Commercial Director

Help shape the future of a successful family-owned business. A well‑established, multi‑site distributor of industrial materials is looking for an experienced Commercial Director to play a key role in the next chapter of their journey. Based in Northampton, their reputation is built on strong relationships and outstanding customer service.

Salary: £80,000 per annum.

• Profit related bonus
• Sales bonus
• EMI option scheme
• £5,000 car allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Bupa Healthcare

Head office located in Northampton. This exciting new role is commutable from Kettering, Daventry, Corby, Wellingborough, Bedford, Market Harborough, Towcester, Milton Keynes, Rugby and surrounding areas.

• Help shape and deliver the commercial strategy across three locations, supporting branch managers and operational teams.
• Lead, mentor and develop the sales team, creating an environment where people feel motivated, supported and empowered to succeed.
• Build and strengthen long‑term relationships with both existing and new customers across sectors including precision engineering, automotive, fabrication and construction.
• Identify new business opportunities while continuing to grow existing customer accounts.
• Use commercial experience to support pricing decisions, improve margins and contribute to the continued success of the business.

• Proven background in commercial leadership within industrial distribution, engineering materials or a similar sector.
• Experience leading and developing multi‑site or regional sales teams.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to coach, motivate and bring out the best in people.
• Strong commercial awareness, with experience of pricing, margin management and business development.
• Full UK driving licence, as regular travel between sites will be required.

You’ll be joining a family‑owned business where people genuinely matter. When the team enjoys coming to work and feels supported, the customers receive the very best service. As Commercial Director, you’ll join the senior leadership team and have the freedom to make a real difference, work alongside experienced colleagues who care about one another, and help shape the future of a growing business with exciting ambitions.

Collaboration, trust and shared success are at the heart of the business, creating an environment where everyone works towards the same goals.