Commercial Manager

Position: Commercial Manager (Permanent)
Join a Leading Fresh Produce Business as Commercial Manager
We are working with a leading name in the Fresh Produce sector to appoint a proactive, commercially driven individual for the role of Commercial Manager, based in Kent.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the management and strategic development of major retail accounts. The successful candidate will bring energy, commercial insight, and a collaborative mindset to deliver continued growth across volume, margin, and service excellence.

Role Overview

As Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of key customer accounts, ensuring their commercial success through effective category management, data-led planning, and strong retailer relationships. This role will suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident influencing across commercial, technical, and supply chain teams.

Commercial Manager

Key Responsibilities

Manage and develop key customer accounts with full commercial responsibility
Build strong relationships with retail buying and technical teams
Create and deliver data-led category plans and promotional activity
Support product development and innovation from a commercial perspective
Provide regular sales forecasting and margin reporting
Collaborate across supply and technical teams to ensure service excellence

Commercial Manager Key Requirements

Experience in commercial account or category management within Fresh Produce or FMCG
Commercially focused with a strategic mindset and excellent communication skills
Highly organised and confident managing multiple priorities
Proficient in Excel and reporting tools
A team player with strong influencing and problem-solving skills

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected and growing business with a strong retail customer base as Commercial Manager. If you are a commercially focused professional looking for a strategic role with real impact, we would love to hear from you.

This is a UK-based position, and as such, applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. If applicable, evidence of your Right to Work will be requested prior to interview