Commercial Director, GBP85,000, West Dorset
Rubicon s Executive Search & Selection Division has been appointed by a private equity–backed manufacturing company to support their search for a new Commercial Director, pivotal to their continued transformation and growth.
As a key member of a newly formed leadership team, this role reports directly to the Managing Director and leads the commercial function of a top–tier bespoke engineering services company. The successful Commercial Director will have a unique opportunity to shape the commercial strategy with full autonomy, driving business success while managing key customer relationships across the aerospace sector.
This role is ideal for a commercially–minded leader eager to make a tangible impact within a world–class, innovation–focused organisation.
As Commercial Director, you will:
* Develop and implement the commercial strategy to drive profitability and align with the company s wider business objectives.
* Develop and maintain robust customer relationships by nurturing existing partnerships and leading initiatives to attract new clients, ensuring sustainable growth.
* Oversee pricing, forecasting, and commercial decisions, focusing on achieving profit–margin targets and ensuring accurate financial projections.
* Lead and mentor the commercial team, promoting a high–performance culture with an emphasis on growth and professional development.
* Drive contractual negotiations with key clients, securing agreements that meet company objectives and ensure long–term value.
* Establish partnerships with third–party providers, ensuring contracts are fair, compliant, and align with strategic business goals .
* Collaborate closely with the leadership team and other departments, fostering cross–functional alignment to support the company s mission and objectives.
The ideal Commercial Director will:
* Have proven experience in a similar senior leadership role, ideally within engineering, aerospace, or manufacturing.
* Demonstrate a commitment to learning and continuous professional development .
* Possess strong strategic thinking skills alongside a robust commercial acumen.
* Be a skilled negotiator, communicator, and adept at building lasting relationships.
* Have solid financial literacy, with hands–on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis.
* Show a successful track record in driving business growth and achieving targets.
* Exhibit a collaborative, team–focused attitude with a positive and energetic approach.
If you're enthusiastic about becoming a vital member of a thriving and expanding company, with aspirations to make a significant impact, please submit your application for Commercial Director today or call Amber Mashall or Jess Comolly–Jones in our Executive Division for a confidential discussion.