Head of Commercial - Personal Care

Michael Page (UK); United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Commercial to drive the strategic growth of a market-leading personal care SME. Responsibilities include leading the UK business, refining the commercial strategy, and fostering a culture of innovation. Candidates should have a proven track record in sales, strong leadership skills, and a background in personal care or health & beauty. The role offers a competitive salary of £100,000 - £115,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Car / Car allowance

Competitive salary

Other company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and marketing leadership.
• Background in Personal Care / Health & Beauty.
• Strong experience in managing a team and leading by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the UK business.
• Refine commercial strategy with European Global headquarters.
• Set a clear strategic vision for the UK business.

Skills

Sales and marketing leadership

Team management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Innovation initiatives

Job description

Job Summary

• A fantastic opportunity to drive the strategic growth of this market leading SME
• Commutable to a South West HQ 2 - 3 days per week.

About Our Client

My client are an award winning, personal care SME who continue to deliver sustainable growth. They are a market leading brand with innovation, sustainability and personal health at the heart of what they do.

Job Description

The Head of Commercial - Personal Care:

Commercial & Operational Excellence:

• Lead and grow the UK business
• Refine commercial strategy in cooperation with European Global headquarters
• P&L responsibility, prepare and manage yearly sales and marketing budgets and action plans.
• Support the Head of sales in the yearly negotiations and strategy plans with key accounts
• Develop and implement strong customer and consumer marketing programs together with the Marketing Manager
• Provide leadership and vision to the UK organisation

Strategic Leadership and Innovation:

• Set and communicate a clear strategic vision for the UK business, aligning local objectives with global company goals.
• Develop, execute, and regularly review the UK business strategy, ensuring adaptability to market changes and alignment with long-term growth ambitions.
• Champion a culture of innovation, encouraging the development and implementation of new ideas, products, and processes that enhance business growth and operational efficiency.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to identify market trends and emerging opportunities.
• Foster partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to co-create innovative solutions, leveraging digital tools, data analytics, and customer insights.
• Promote a proactive approach to identifying and closing skill gaps related to innovation and strategic thinking within the UK team.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven track record in sales and marketing leadership.
• Proven track record developing and executing business strategies that drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
• Background in Personal Care / Health & Beauty.
• An entrepreneurial, driven leader, who would thrive in a rapidly growing, market leading SME.
• Strong experience in managing a team, act as a team builder and someone who leads by example.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead innovation initiatives, from ideation through to implementation, within a commercial environment.
• Proven track record of fostering a culture of continuous improvement, adaptability, and creative problem-solving.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate market insights into actionable strategies.
• Commutable to a South West England HQ 2 - 3 days per week.

What's on Offer

• £100,000 - £115,000 per annum basic salary
• Car / Car allowance
• Other company benefits

Please note Michael Page are handling all applications, if you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or contact Jon Dolbear at Michael Page on 07780 005638 to discuss further.