* Food Manufacturing SME based in the North West
* Exciting Commercial Controller Opportunity
About Our Client
My client is a family owned premium food manufacturing business steeped in heritage supplying into the foodservice and retail channels.
Job Description
As Commerical Controller - Foodservice and Retail
* You will own a portfolio of key foodservice and retail accounts ( Brakes, Bidfood, as well as top four grocers and discounters)
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Develop and deliver customer-specific Joint Business Plans, driving listings, pricing, promotional campaigns, and NPD launches
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Monitor and forecast performance (volume, margin); own P&L with regular commercial reviews
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Build deep, strategic relationships-from senior buyers to field team members
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Stay on top of market trends, competitor activities, and logistics/distribution to strengthen propositions
* Develop a team of 2 BDM's
The Successful Applicant
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Experience managing major foodservice/wholesale accounts for a food manufacturer
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Strong negotiation, JBP creation, margin optimisation, P&L ownership
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From C-suite buyers to ops teams, you influence with clarity, empathy, and strategic insight
* New business focus with knowledge of the route to market
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You work closely with marketing, NPD, supply chain, and leadership to ensure flawless execution
What's on Offer
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Competitive salary
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Hybrid/home‑working with flexibility - North West Based Office - 2 days per week
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A friendly, supportive environment-shaped by family values and a passion for food
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