Would you like the opportunity to lead a high-performing team within one of the UK's fastest-growing FMCG distributors?
DCS Group is the UK's leading Distributor, Manufacturer and Exporter of Health, Beauty and Household brands. As exclusive partners for names such as Procter & Gamble, Unilever, Kenvue, PZ Cussons and more, we offer unrivalled category expertise and market insight.
We're now looking for a
Commercial Team Lead
to join our Commercial team in Banbury and help shape the future of our supplier growth strategy.
What You'll Do:
* Lead and develop a team of Senior, Commercial and Junior Commercial Managers
* Own and manage a supplier portfolio, delivering against sales and margin targets
* Build exceptional supplier partnerships through strategic joint business planning
* Drive commercial performance by recovering costs, improving terms and managing aged/disputed debt
* Use data-driven insights to identify opportunities and build tailored, customer-focused promotional plans
* Represent DCS Group at supplier and customer meetings, seminars and events
* Act as the communication bridge between internal teams and external partners
* Ensure compliance with GDP (Good Distribution Practice) for medicinal products
* Create a collaborative, results-driven culture across your team
What We're Looking For:
* Experience in a similar commercial leadership role
* Proven ability to lead and inspire a team
* Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
* Excellent communication, relationship-building, and influencing abilities
* High attention to detail and strong numeracy
* Growth mindset with the flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence in presenting to stakeholders
* GCSEs in English & Maths (or equivalent) required
Core Benefits of Working at DCS Group:
As a family business, we're passionate about our people and creating an enjoyable, rewarding place to work.
* Life Cover
* Company Pension
* Medical Cash Plan
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Free Breakfast
* Subsidised Staff Café
* Staff Shop
* Wellbeing Support
* Regular Social Events