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Commercial Director - Strategic Leadership Opportunity, West Midlands
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Client:
COREcruitment
Location:
West Midlands, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
21
Posted:
12.08.2025
Expiry Date:
26.09.2025
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Job Description:
Commercial Director – Strategic Leadership Opportunity
Location:Midlands / North West
Salary: Up to £100k plus benefits
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially drivenCommercial Directorto lead and shape the future of food strategy for a dynamic and customer-focused hospitality business. This is a pivotal role where you will oversee food category management, drive innovation, and implement efficient end-to-end menu development processes that align with brand strategies, customer preferences, and profitability targets.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute a long-term food category strategy that aligns with brand objectives, marketing goals, and customer insights while delivering strong profit margins.
* Lead menu development processes, including core product protection, dish improvement, innovation pipelines, and trend identification to enhance the dining experience and differentiate the brand in the marketplace.
* Collaborate with operational teams to ensure new dishes meet customer expectations for quality, consistency, and dietary requirements, while maintaining operational efficiency.
* Drive financial performance by setting clear margin efficiency targets and ensuring robust cost management in collaboration with procurement teams.
* Embed technology and process improvements to streamline menu development timelines, improve accuracy, and enhance overall efficiency.
* Lead customer testing panels to validate new menus/dishes and ensure they meet performance expectations before implementation.
* Oversee compliance with food safety standards, nutritional documentation, allergen information, and health protocols within food development processes.
* Build a high-performing team that prioritizes insight-driven decision-making and delivers measurable value across all food-related initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in strategic planning within the food or hospitality industry.
* Expertise in category management, food innovation, and process improvement.
* Strong commercial acumen with a focus on driving profitability through operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
* Leadership skills to inspire and develop a results-oriented team.
* A deep understanding of emerging food trends, consumer preferences, and ESG considerations within the hospitality sector.
Why This Role?
This is an exceptional opportunity to take ownership of a critical function within a forward-thinking business that values innovation, customer experience, and operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can make a tangible impact on both the commercial success of the business and the guest experience, this role is for you.
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