Commercial Manager – Impulse (Convenience & Travel)
London (hybrid – 1–2 days in office)
️ Full-time
£50-60k + bonus + great benefits
We’re working with one of the fastest-growing names in functional drinks – a category leader shaking up the UK soft drinks scene. With a product designed to fuel healthier mornings and a brand built on purpose, they’re stocked nationwide and scaling fast across Grocery, Impulse and On-the-Go.
Now, they’re looking for a sharp, high-energy Commercial Manager to own Convenience & Travel – two of their most exciting and fast-moving channels.
This is a brilliant chance to join a team that’s ambitious, mission-driven and all about moving with pace. You’ll be at the forefront of unlocking growth, winning new business, and getting brilliant product onto more shelves – and into more hands – across the UK.
The Role
Reporting to the Impulse Controller, you’ll lead the growth and performance of Convenience & Travel – blending account management with business development, and owning the numbers as well as the narrative.
You’ll act as the voice of the customer internally, build strong retail relationships externally, and work cross-functionally to deliver smart, sustainable growth.
What You'll Be Doing
Own and grow the Convenience & Travel channels
Deliver sales, profit and distribution targets
Build JBPs and annual plans with key accounts
Identify and convert new business opportunities
Lead forecasting, performance reviews and budgeting
Take a category-first, insight-led approach to selling
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless launch and execution
Champion the voice of the customer across the business
What You’ll Bring
2+ years of FMCG commercial experience
Solid understanding of the Convenience & Travel landscape
Proven success in account management and/or new business
Commercial confidence – comfortable with data, budgets and reporting
Great communicator and relationship builder
Excited by pace, growth and the energy of a scaling brand
Passionate about purpose, health and making a positive impact
What’s On Offer
Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
28 days holiday
Flexible working
Paid time off for passion projects and social impact work
️ ClassPass membership + Spill Therapy support
Simplyhealth coverage
Generous product allowance
Now: Apply today with your CV which will be reviewed by our MKJ Ignite team.
First Stage: Teams call with the hiring manager
Second Stage: Face to face interview in the office and meet the wider team
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