Senior Commercial Manager

Parkinson's UK; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead growth in the retail category. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to drive sustainable sales and maximize profitability. The successful candidate will manage a defined customer base, ensuring effective collaboration and strategic development. With a focus on business improvement and leadership, this position is perfect for someone with a strong background in commercial management. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality products enjoyed by millions across the UK and Europe.

Benefits

Pension contribution up to 10%

Life Assurance 4x salary

Eligible for a bonus percentage

Qualifications

• Strong background in Commercial Management or National Account Management.
• Experience with Own Label or Branded products.

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth in line with objectives and manage P&L.
• Mentor and support team development while creating Joint Business Plans.

Skills

Commercial Management

National Account Management

Business Development

P&L Responsibility

Team Management

Job description

This is a {Contract Type} , Full Time vacancy that will close in 10 days at 23:59 BST.

My job

• Have a strong background in Commercial Management/National Account Management?
• Have Own Label or Branded experience?
• Have a record of successes?

We have a great 12-month fixed-term opportunity in our Commercial team which can help drive Pilgrim's Europe!

• Eligible for a bonus percentage
• Pension contribution up to 10%
• Life Assurance 4x salary

Purpose

To take an active lead in driving the growth of the retail category, maximising opportunities for sustainable sales with profitable margins that deliver the company's objectives. Leading and managing growth and development within a defined customer base, ensuring accurate forecast management and a growth mindset to meet business goals.

This role focuses on the ‘business development and improvement’ of a strategic retail partner, contributing to the business through effective collaboration to achieve targets and objectives.

Due to the high-profile nature of this retailer account, the Senior Commercial Manager is expected to provide leadership and direction to junior team members, embodying our company values.

Your Responsibilities

• P+L responsibility for a defined account or portfolio, driving business growth in line with objectives.
• Creation and agreement of Customer Joint Business Plans.
• Line management: mentoring and supporting team development.
• Evaluating promotional performance and developing strategies to maximise effectiveness.
• Collaborating with marketing to develop and implement customer plans, including in-store and online activation.
• Communicating performance internally and externally, recommending actions to strengthen areas and address underperformance.
• Providing regular feedback on account development to all relevant teams.
• Managing each product category according to the business plan, with regular reviews and corrective actions.
• Developing and implementing individual customer JBPs to build strong relationships and align with customer needs.

Essential: a driving license!

The company

Pilgrim’s Europe produces iconic brands such as Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse, and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of own-label products across categories including fresh pork, lamb, and chicken, working with major retailers and food service outlets.

Our portfolio includes chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value, and food service products.

With 20,000 dedicated employees, we are committed to producing high-quality, innovative food enjoyed by millions across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. Our teams are based across Pilgrim’s UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim’s Food Masters, and Pilgrim’s Shared Services.