Commercial manager Grocery

Location: Harlesden

Commercial Manager
£72,000
West London
Hybrid / Field-Based (min 2 days per week on site)
Fixed term contract 12 months
A leading UK food manufacturer supplying major Grocery retailers is looking for an experienced Commercial Manager for a 12 month maternity cover role. This is a great opportunity to manage high-profile retail accounts, support new  product launches and drive commercial growth in a fast-paced environment.

The Role

· Manage and develop relationships with key Grocery customers

· Oversee daily account operations, promotional plans and NPD calendars

· Resolve issues quickly to maintain excellent customer service

· Monitor and improve account profitability

· Prepare product submissions and support customer meetings

· Work closely with NPD, Technical, Operations and Marketing teams

· Identify new business opportunities within Grocery

· Carry out regular store visits and competitor reviews
Working Pattern

· Hybrid role

· Minimum 2 day per week on-site in West London

· Regular travel for customer meetings and store visits

· Remaining time can be home-based from time to time

About You

· Experience working with UK Grocery retailers

· Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

· Proven ability to launch products into retail

· Commercially aware with a collaborative mindset

· Proactive, organised and confident presenting to customers

· Degree or equivalent experience
Excellent benefits  package
About the Employer
A long-established, innovative food manufacturer supplying major UK retailers with high-quality, market-leading products. Known for strong growth, a fast-moving environment and a collaborative culture