Commercial Director - West Midlands (Region), United Kingdom - Page Group

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West Midlands (Region), United Kingdom

1 month ago

Tom O´Connor

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An opportunity to join a successful, growing, global group who are looking for an ambitious Commercial Director with experience within the FMCG manufacturing sector.

An opportunity to drive and lead the commercial operations and be part of a fast growing,progressive company working in the FMCG sector.


You will be experienced at a senior leadership/director level and be a detailed, results driven individual with exemplary communications skills.


Client Details
An ambitious and highly successful growing organisation who design, manufacture and sell products in the FMCG sector.


Description
This high profile and critical role will be both strategic, and 'hands on' and will include the following responsibilities;

  • Set and execute the strategic commercial direction of the group. Including the development of a longterm international growth strategy.
  • Manage the International Sales, Marketing, Product Development and Customer Service Teams.
  • Analyse, assess and drive the sales performance of the company
  • Drive New Channel Development including B2C and ecommerce opportunities
  • Champion New Product Development to push innovation and create new opportunities.
  • Manage forecasting, pipeline development and budgetary/ financial reporting
  • Lead the commercial team, continually developing skills, knowledge and motivation to respond to a fast paced and everchanging marketplace.
  • Recruit and develop new team members to build succession planning and add additional skills to the business. This will include the development of an agile product management team.
  • Champion and cultivate an entrepreneurial and agile culture.
  • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with suppliers, customers and other external contacts for the benefit of the business.
  • Collaborate across the wider parent group to create and implement best practices to aid and improve business performance.
  • Work closely with the other board members to ensure the company achieves its profitability objectives
  • Demonstrate strong, inclusive, and visionary leadership, promoting an environment which encourages communication, engagement, team working and continuous improvement.
  • Establish sound personal and business credibility amongst colleagues and subordinates, you will challenge the status quo and act as a compelling role model.

Profile


Seeking a high impact individual with a strong commercial leadership background, gained in a progressive, high volume, fast paced FMCG environment.

This experience will include a proven track record of managing, motivating, empowering and developing individualsand teams, as well as successfully leading product and channel development programmes.


A proactive and natural leader, the Commercial Director will have the experience, gravitas and confidence to inspire the management team to create a 'can do' culture across the business.

With sound financial and commercial acumen, he/she will demonstratesignificant achievements in omnichannel growth. They will be able to spot market opportunities and to act swiftly to capture them.

  • 5+ years management experience in leading Internationally located commercial teams
  • A proven track record in strategic sales, customer contract management, and product development.
  • Thorough understanding of omni channel development strategy
  • Expertise in 'Brand' development gained within an FMCG market
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and the proven ability to communicate plans, timelines and priorities
  • Outstanding presentation, negotiating and influencing skills.
  • Proven track record in delivering profitable growth strategies
  • Ability to coach and mentor at all levels
  • A 'can do' entrepreneurial attitude, and a 'hands on' approach when required, with welldeveloped leadership, motivational and man management skills.
  • Sound analytical ability with reasoned, well balanced and calculated decisionmaking qualities
  • Drive, determination, and self confidence in their business and personal abilities.
  • The ability to perform under pressure.

Job Offer
Competitive salary + car / allowance, 20% bonus, contributory pension and family healthcare
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