* The opportunity to manage and lead a sales team
* Do you have experience within the KBB/Furniture industry?
About Our Client
Our client is a market leader in the supply of high-quality decorative faced sheet materials, panel components, and flat pack furniture for the UK and European markets. With a heritage of innovation and manufacturing excellence, they deliver exceptional products to clients in the KBB, furniture, retail, and construction sectors.
We are seeking a commercially astute and results-driven Commercial Manager to oversee and drive business growth across key accounts, develop strategic partnerships, and lead the commercial strategy for our group. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in optimising profitability, managing customer relationships, and aligning commercial activities with the company's growth objectives and managing the Sales team to ensure continued success.
Job Description
* Managing customer and supplier relationships, both existing and new.
* Developing and executing strategies that maximise profitability.
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to inform strategic planning.
* Identifying business sales opportunities and securing new business.
* Contract negotiation and management with customers, suppliers and subcontractors.
* Team leadership and development within a close-knit business environment.
* Managing a team of 4, providing mentorship, coaching and leadership to ensure continued success.
* Developing a broad view of the business as a whole to enable a positive contribution to the continuing profitability of the company.
The Successful Applicant
* Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Commercial acumen with a focus on profitability, margin management, and negotiation.
* Proven experience in B2B sales or commercial roles, ideally in the wood based panel industry / KBB manufacturing sector.
* Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make strategic decisions.
* Relevant experience in a senior commercial or sales management role.
* Experience working within manufacturing, furniture components, or panel products industries is highly advantageous.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary.
* Company car or car allowance.
* Company pension and healthcare options.
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* A dynamic and supportive work environment within a market-leading business.
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