Commercial Manager |Huntingdon | £40k - £45k per annum
HG Technical have an exciting opportunity with our client based in Huntingdon. A new position has arisen for a talented and driven Commercial Manager to join a leading player in the UK retail and FMCG sector. This pivotal role will see you supporting the Head of Commercial to deliver strategic initiatives, expand customer portfolios, and strengthen key relationships across major retail and online channels.
Youll act as the bridge between customers and internal teams optimising performance, driving growth, and ensuring exceptional service delivery from concept through to execution. If youre passionate about retail, commercially astute, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, this is the role for you.
If you are interested in this role, click APPLY or you can contact Leon McGregor for more information 07946 258 130
Responsibilities:
* Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with retail and online customers, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Manage the commercial lifecycle of customer accounts from new product introductions and category changes to ongoing performance management.
* Partner with the Head of Commercial to identify and secure growth opportunities that deliver measurable commercial value.
* Own customer business plans, ensuring sustained growth, innovation, and achievement of financial targets.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with NPD, Operations, Technical, and Insight teams to deliver seamless product launches and category initiatives.
* Analyse category trends and customer data to inform decision-making and develop strategies that drive profitability.
* Act as a key point of contact for customers, providing regular updates, resolving issues, and maintaining high satisfaction levels.
* Support long-term strategic growth plans, exploring new revenue streams and enhancing customer engagement.
* Lead reporting and performance tracking for key accounts, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
* Contribute to range reviews and commercial projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment across stakeholders.
Experience:
* Youll bring a mix of commercial insight, customer focus, and operational understanding. You can manage multiple priorities while maintaining a sharp focus on results and relationships.
* Essential skills and experience include:
* Proven track record in managing key retail or FMCG customer accounts.
* Strong understanding of commercial levers and performance drivers in a fast-paced, competitive market.
* Excellent relationship management and communication skills, both internally and externally.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience turning insights into actionable outcomes.
* Confident project manager with experience in NPD, forecasting, and range planning.
* Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., Rubicon) and familiar with production planning and product specifications.
* Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to launch and grow new product categories.
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