Head of Commercial -Growing Food SME

Page Personnel; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Food SME in the UK is seeking a Head of Commercial to drive growth through strategic leadership and managing commercial operations. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in the Food Sector, excellent negotiation skills, and a track record in revenue growth. This role offers a competitive salary and a dynamic work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary with attractive benefit package

Supportive and dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior commercial leadership roles within the Food Sector.
• Strong track record of driving revenue growth and managing complex commercial operations.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive commercial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead and manage the commercial team, including sales, business development, pricing, and contract management.
• Drive revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding existing accounts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical Thinking

Strategic Planning

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About Our Client

My client is a leading Food SME, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and outstanding customer service. Following recent major investment, my client is looking for a Senior Commercial candidate to take the business on the next step of the growth journey.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive commercial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead and manage the commercial team, including sales, business development, pricing, and contract management functions.
• Drive revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding existing accounts
• Manage the existing Major National Account Business
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Collaborate closely with cross functional teams to ensure commercial initiatives are effectively executed.
• Oversee pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and commercial risk management to maximise profitability.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to inform strategic decisions and adapt commercial tactics.
• Prepare and present regular commercial performance reports to the executive team and board.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience in senior commercial leadership roles, within the Food Sector with experience managing the retailers or B2B Manufacturing
• Strong track record of driving revenue growth and managing complex commercial operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Commercially astute with deep understanding of market dynamics and customer behaviour.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary with attractive benefit package
• Opportunity to influence and drive business growth at a senior level.
• Supportive, dynamic, and collaborative work environment.