Are you a dynamic, results-driven professional with a passion for building impactful customer relationships? We’re searching for a Commercial Manager who thrives on driving growth, managing a high-profile retail account, and delivering outstanding results within a fast-paced, innovative food business. Company A visionary leader in the food industry, known for unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Our client’s mission is to create meaningful, long-term partnerships with retail customers by delivering innovative, market-leading solutions. Key Accountabilities Be the go-to commercial partner for key retail customers, building and nurturing relationships that drive mutual success. Create and deliver strategic business plans to exceed budget goals for your product categories. Own P&L responsibilities, ensuring sustainable profitability while hitting ambitious targets. Craft and negotiate commercial deals with precision, drafting supply contracts that set new benchmarks. Dive deep into market and category data to uncover growth opportunities and adjust strategies to stay ahead of the curve. Collaborate seamlessly with Product Development, Technical, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to bring innovative products to market and meet evolving customer needs. Lead joint business planning efforts by understanding customer goals and aligning them with our vision. Manage relationships across diverse markets, adapting strategies to deliver exceptional outcomes for each unique partnership. Personal Profile Proven Sales Expertise: A track record of creating compelling narratives and selling stories using category insights that fuel growth and capture consumer interest. Visionary Strategist: Capable of developing and implementing forward-thinking business plans that seamlessly align with both customer and company objectives. Master Negotiator: Skilled in crafting and managing complex commercial deals that drive value and strengthen partnerships. Financial Guru: A deep understanding of P&L management and financial analysis, with a sharp eye for driving profitability. Relationship Builder: Passionate about forging positive, impactful relationships with both internal teams and senior-level customer stakeholders, creating a culture of collaboration and trust. Inspirational Leader: Experience in guiding and mentoring teams, fostering a high-performance environment where people feel motivated and empowered to achieve their best. Engaging Communicator: A natural at connecting with diverse audiences, with the ability to inspire, influence, and work effectively across all levels and regions. Ref Code: CV41621LHF To apply, send your CV to our People Consultant, Lisa Fox and she will chat with you about the role and your experience. Please quote ref: CV41621LHF Only those based in the UK with the legal right to work in the UK need apply. Due to a high volume of responses, we cannot reply to each application individually. If you have not had a response within one week, we are sorry to say your application has not been successful on this occasion