Commercial Director - Food Manufacturing (New Venture)

Michael Page; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Commercial Director to spearhead a greenfield project in food manufacturing. This strategic leadership role offers the opportunity to build a high-performing team and drive product innovation from the ground up. With a focus on developing comprehensive go-to-market strategies and managing P&L, the successful candidate will collaborate with top-level stakeholders to ensure business success. This position promises long-term career growth within a reputable local conglomerate, making a significant impact in the Food & Beverage industry.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Performance-based bonuses

Long-term career growth

Influence over product innovation

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in FMCG, focusing on the food sector.
• Proven track record in retail business development and channel management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial setup of a new food manufacturing business.
• Develop go-to-market strategies for sales and marketing.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Sales Management

Marketing Strategy

Product Innovation

P&L Management

Business Development

Job description

Be part of an exciting greenfield project backed by a reputable local group.

Opportunity to make a significant impact from the ground up.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established local conglomerate company with a diverse portfolio in the Food & Beverage industry. As part of their growth and expansion strategy, they are launching a new venture in food manufacturing and are seeking a dynamic and strategic Commercial Director to lead this exciting initiative.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end commercial setup of the new food manufacturing business.
• Develop and execute comprehensive go-to-market strategies for both sales and marketing.
• Build and manage a high-performing sales and marketing team from the ground up.
• Drive product innovation, oversee the development of marketing strategies, and ensure successful product launches.
• Lead commercial planning, forecasting, and full P&L management.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and business success.

The Successful Applicant

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the FMCG industry, with a strong focus on the food sector.
• Proven track record in retail business development and strategic channel management.
• Solid experience in building and leading commercial teams.
• Demonstrated capability in P&L ownership, business planning, and driving top-line and bottom-line growth.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong leadership and executional capabilities.

What's on Offer

• Attractive compensation package, including a competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Strategic leadership role with full ownership to shape and drive a new business from the ground up.
• Opportunity to work directly with top-level stakeholders in a reputable local conglomerate.
• Long-term career growth in a dynamic and expanding Food & Beverage group.
• Influence over product innovation and market strategy, with the autonomy to build and lead a high-performing team.