We are partnering with a manufacturing business based in Alfreton with a long‑standing heritage in quality, who are looking for a Chief Commercial Officer. Operating as a vertically integrated, product‑led business, they are entering a critical phase of commercial transformation and growth.
What will you be doing?
* Lead and integrate all commercial and customer‑facing functions across the business
* Develop and deliver a clear multi‑channel commercial growth strategy aligned to the business plan
* Drive sustainable sales growth across retail, e‑commerce, wholesale, international markets and licensing
* Take ownership of commercial forecasting, trading performance, and growth delivery
* Lead the ongoing development of a modern omnichannel commercial model
* Improve trading performance across all direct‑to‑consumer channels
* Improve omnichannel integration between physical retail and digital channels
* Lead the wholesale and international sales strategy
* Strengthen relationships with existing global partners while identifying new growth opportunities
* Drive expansion across strategic international markets
* Lead marketing and brand communications strategy to strengthen brand desirability and commercial effectiveness
* Develop a stronger data‑led customer acquisition and retention strategy
* Provide clear insight into sales performance, product performance, margin quality, promotional effectiveness
* Challenge pricing, markdown, and promotional activity where necessary
* Improve stock efficiency and support better inventory utilisation
* Work closely with Finance and Operations to align commercial decisions with cash, margin, and operational capability
* Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing commercial team
* Ensure robust KPI reporting, forecasting, and performance management disciplines are embedded across commercial functions
* Support strategic business planning and long‑term commercial development
What skills are we looking for?
* Significant senior commercial leadership experience within manufacturing or product‑led environment
* Proven track record of delivering revenue growth, leading multi‑channel commercial functions, driving turnaround or transformation activity and improving profitability and commercial performance
* Experience operating within complex, fast‑paced, and operationally demanding businesses
* Previous experience working closely with operational, production, supply chain, and finance teams
* Experience within SME, owner‑led, or entrepreneurial environments is highly desirable
What's on offer?
* c.£80,000 + realistic and attractive bonus structure to achieve an OTE of £100k+
* Pension salary sacrifice scheme
* Initially office‑based (first 3–6 months) to embed into the business
* Hybrid working thereafter (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
* 36 days holiday (including public holidays)
If you are looking for a role where you can genuinely influence business performance, drive operational discipline, and make a measurable impact, we would welcome a confidential conversation.
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