Commercial Manager

Key Responsibilities: * Manage and grow strategic retail customer accounts * Drive sales, volume and margin improvements * Develop and implement category strategies based on customer goals and market trends * Collaborate closely with supply chain, technical, operations, and finance teams * Lead new product development and support promotional campaigns * Analyse market data and consumer trends to shape commercial plans * Oversee accurate sales forecasting and account reporting * Ensure smooth coordination with packing and logistics partners * Maintain strong commercial governance and reporting practices * Act as the link between customer and internal teams for technical issue resolution Requirements: * Proven experience in a Commercial, Account, or Category Manager role * Background in fresh produce or FMCG (essential) * Strong relationship management skills with major UK retailers * Analytical and strategic thinking with forecasting and reporting experience * Confident communicator and decision-maker in a fast-paced environment * Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial analysis tools * Highly organised with a collaborative, problem-solving approach Benefits: * Competitive salary and benefits package * Career progression opportunities in a growing business * Supportive, innovation-driven team culture

Location: Bearsted, Kent, GB

Posted Date: 9/15/2025