Junior Commercial Manager - Agricultural Commodities

De Lacy Executive; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural commodities firm in the UK seeks a Junior Commercial Manager to join their team. This role offers a clear development path into full commercial responsibilities, with extensive training provided. The successful candidate will manage customer relations, engage in B2B sales, handle social media marketing, and monitor market trends, underpinned by a strong knowledge base in ruminant nutrition. Competitive salary, annual bonus, and a car allowance of £5k per year are part of the offer.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Car allowance (£5k pa)

Clear career development pathway

Qualifications

• A good 'head for business' and desire to become a Commercial Manager.
• Understanding of ruminant nutrition and/or commercial livestock production.
• Proactive and organized approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing commodity trading activities.
• Negotiate and execute supply contracts.
• Manage an existing customer ledger.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Digital fluency

Job description

Overview

De Lacy Executive is seeking a commercially minded and ambitious individual to join a well-established agricultural commodities business as a Junior Commercial Manager. A real opportunity to immerse yourself at the heart of the UK agricultural trade, with a clear pathway to develop into a full commercial role.

The successful candidate will support the senior commercial team in all areas of the business and will inherit an existing customer ledger, providing a strong foundation for growth. You'll benefit from full and thorough training from a close-knit team of industry professionals. Over time, you will take increasing responsibility for B2B sales into merchants and feed manufacturers, helping to expand market share and deepen customer relationships. You will also lead on social media marketing, helping to shape the company’s digital presence and engage with the wider agricultural community. A grounding in ruminant nutrition and/or commercial livestock production is preferred, as this role requires a strong understanding of the practical needs of customers and the value proposition of the company’s products. The role will involve national travel with the potential for 1-2 nights away per week. While applications from across the UK are welcomed, being within 2-3 hours of either Liverpool or Bristol would be a distinct advantage.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day management of commodity trading activities.
• Support the negotiation and execution of supply contracts.
• Manage and grow an existing customer ledger.
• Attend industry shows and trade dinners as appropriate building relationship and business profile/visibility.
• Develop B2B sales relationships with merchants and feed manufacturers among others.
• Lead social media marketing and digital engagement strategies.
• Monitor market trends and contribute to pricing strategies.
• Liaise with suppliers, customers, and logistics partners to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with reporting and compliance.

Your profile

• A good 'head for business' and drive to become a Commercial Manager.
• Well-rounded understanding of ruminant nutrition and/or commercial livestock production.
• Ability to embrace a team ethos and collaborate as part of the group.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A proactive and organised approach to work.
• Previous experience in agriculture, trading, or supply chain is desirable.
• A genuine interest in agricultural markets and commercial operations.
• Digital fluency and confidence in managing social media platforms.

What you can expect

• Robust salary to reflect your skills/experience.
• Annual bonus.
• Car allowance (£5k pa).
• Clear career development pathway towards becoming a Commercial Manager.

To apply

For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Jon Handley on: Office 01885 485522 or e-mail your CV and covering letter to [e-mail]

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