Commercial Assistant – Fresh Produce
Up to £40,000
Location: On-site, Greater London/East London
Industry: Fresh Produce
Are you passionate about fresh produce and looking for a hands-on commercial role with real growth potential? This newly created Commercial Assistant position has arisen due to continued expansion within a thriving, grower-backed fresh produce business supplying major UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Tesco and M&S.
Reporting to the head of department, you’ll play a key role in supporting the commercial function across the salad and vegetable categories. This is a genuinely varied position where no two days are the same. Your responsibilities will include:
* Building strong relationships with retail category managers and buyers
* Supporting product management and helping make decisions alongside the Quality Control team
* Monitoring and managing stock levels to ensure availability and efficiency
* Getting involved across the full commercial cycle, from customer interaction to internal coordination
* Gaining exposure to both commercial and operational elements of a fast-paced produce business
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
* Experience within fresh produce (salads, veg, fruit, or similar)
* A genuine passion for the industry and a desire to be hands-on
* Strong communication skills and confidence working with both internal teams and retail customers
* A proactive mindset with the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who loves the produce industry and wants to grow their commercial career in this field. With the business continuing to expand, there is real potential to progress into a more senior commercial role as you develop and the company goes from strength to strength.
If you’re ready for a role where you can make an impact, learn fast, and be part of a successful and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.