Commercial Director (Sales & Marketing) – FMCG / Product Brand
£90,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits Harlow, Essex (On‑site 3 days + travel as required) - Shortlisting now
We are looking for a Commercial Director with experience of scaling through acquisition whilst maintaining the successful performance of a driven and innovative sales and marketing team.
This Commercial Director for a rapidly expanding, innovation‑driven product brand operating across retail, wholesale and online channels. This is a key board‑level leadership role responsible for driving revenue growth, market expansion and commercial performance across the organisation. The ideal candidate will be a strategic yet hands‑on leader, experienced in high‑growth environments, acquisitions, and multi‑channel sales. You will lead a team of around 25 across Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, Amazon and New Product Development.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute the company’s Sales & Marketing strategy
* Lead acquisition strategy including market analysis, due diligence and integration
* Lead and develop a multi‑disciplinary team across Sales, Marketing & NPD
* Drive revenue, market share, profitability and customer satisfaction
* Identify and evaluate new markets, product opportunities and growth channels
* Oversee brand positioning, marketing performance and digital strategy
* Collaborate with Finance, Operations and the SLT to ensure aligned commercial delivery
* Manage and optimise budgets for maximum ROI
Skills & Experience Required
* 10+ years’ experience in senior Sales & Marketing leadership roles
* Strong background in FMCG or product‑based brand management
* Experience across retail, wholesale and online sales channels
* Proven track record of driving growth, acquisitions and market expansion
* Strong commercial and financial acumen
* Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills
* Experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams
* Strategic thinker with a hands‑on, practical approach
* Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and act on opportunities
Salary & Benefits
* £90,000
* £9k Car Allowance
* Commission up to 10%
* Private Medical
* 10% Employer Pension Contributions
* Competitive Benefits Package
* Onsite Parking
* 25 days holiday
Apply Today – shortlisting now! If you are a commercially driven, growth‑focused Sales & Marketing Director looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Due to high application volumes, only candidates shortlisted for the next stage will be contacted.