Senior Commercial Manager
Uxbridge | Full-time | On-site (5 days per week) | Competitive salary + excellent benefits
Are you a dynamic commercial leader with the ambition to shape growth for a leading food brand? At Pilgrim’s Europe, we’re looking for a Senior Commercial Manager to take ownership of a high‑profile retail account, driving sustainable sales, profitability, and innovation. This is a hands‑on leadership role with a direct report, where you’ll work side by side with senior stakeholders and retail partners from our collaborative, fast‑paced Uxbridge HQ. If you thrive on responsibility, autonomy, and seeing your strategy come to life, this is the role for you.
About the role
As a key member of our Commercial team, you’ll lead the growth strategy for a major retail partner, managing a portfolio that’s central to our business success. You’ll have full P&L ownership, develop and deliver Joint Business Plans, and work cross‑functionally to bring powerful commercial, category, and marketing strategies to life.
Key responsibilities
* Lead and deliver profitable growth within your customer base, owning P&L and delivering against key business objectives.
* Develop and execute customer Joint Business Plans (JBPs) that drive mutual growth and long‑term partnership.
* Champion your customer within Pilgrim’s Europe, ensuring alignment between business and retailer goals.
* Identify and act on new routes to market, particularly in convenience and online channels.
* Analyse performance and lead promotional effectiveness reviews, identifying actionable insights.
* Collaborate closely with marketing, category, and supply chain to deliver impactful in‑store and online campaigns.
* Lead, coach, inspire junior team members, fostering a high‑performance culture.
* Integrate commercial plans into group strategy, budgets, and forecasts, contributing to Pilgrim’s overall success.
* Drive continuous improvement by refining commercial processes and building best‑in‑class ways of working.
About you
* Experienced and ambitious commercial professional with a strong background in managing major grocery or retail accounts.
* Analytical insight, relationship excellence and commercial acumen, with a drive to make things happen.
You’ll bring
* 5+ years’ experience in national account management or senior commercial roles within FMCG or food.
* Proven success managing top grocery retail accounts and delivering growth through effective joint planning.
* Strong negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
* A strategic mindset paired with a hands‑on, results‑driven approach.
* Experience mentoring or leading others to success.
* Excellent analytical and Excel skills.
* A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required.
* Experience in fresh or chilled food categories, category management, and product development would be an advantage.
Our values
* Availability – We’re open, responsive, and ready to take on new challenges.
* Humility – We listen, respect, and value each other’s views.
* Discipline – We do what we say, every time.
* Sincerity – We act with integrity and transparency.
* Simplicity – We focus on what really matters.
* Ownership – We take responsibility and deliver results.
* Determination – We persevere to achieve success.
Benefits
* Competitive salary with annual bonus potential.
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with option to buy additional leave.
* Life Assurance.
* Pension scheme with company contributions.
* Access to Pilgrim’s Learning Academy for professional development.
* Vibrant, collaborative office culture – you’ll be part of a passionate, supportive, and fast‑moving team.
* Real ownership of your work and the opportunity to see your decisions drive measurable results.
Ready to shape the future of Pilgrim’s Europe?
Apply today and take the next step in your commercial leadership journey.
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