Commercial Team Lead: Drive Growth & Partnerships

D C S Manufacturing; Banbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Banbury is seeking an experienced Commercial Team Lead to lead a team of Senior and Junior Managers. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, exhibiting strong commercial acumen and excellent negotiation skills. Responsibilities include managing a supplier portfolio, achieving sales targets, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. This position offers opportunities for growth and impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Fast-paced and supportive environment

Recognition for high performance

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar commercial role.
• Proven team leadership experience.
• Strong commercial acumen and numeracy.
• Confident negotiator and decision-maker.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Senior, Commercial, and Junior Commercial Managers.
• Own your supplier portfolio and work collaboratively with teams.
• Deliver against sales, margin, and supplier term targets.
• Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships.
• Negotiate competitive pricing and resolve aged debt.
• Ensure compliance with Good Distribution Practice.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Team Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Banbury is seeking an experienced Commercial Team Lead to lead a team of Senior and Junior Managers. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, exhibiting strong commercial acumen and excellent negotiation skills. Responsibilities include managing a supplier portfolio, achieving sales targets, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. This position offers opportunities for growth and impact in a supportive environment.