Senior Commercial Partnerships Manager

Job Description

Senior Commercial Partnerships Manager David Austin Roses Hybrid Working Exclusive Retained Assignment

Seymour John is delighted to be partnering exclusively with David Austin Roses in the appointment of a Senior Commercial Partnerships Manager.

This is a retained search assignment and represents a rare opportunity to join one of Britains most admired heritage brands helping shape the future of its international Cut Roses business.

For over sixty years David Austin Roses has been globally recognised for breeding some of the worlds most celebrated roses. Alongside its renowned Garden Roses business sits a growing international Cut Roses division built around a carefully selected network of licensed growers supplying premium floral markets worldwide.

As the business enters its next phase of development we are seeking a commercially minded partnership leader to strengthen these strategically important relationships and help drive sustainable long-term growth.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Company Director you will take ownership of David Austins international grower and licensing partnerships across Ecuador Colombia Kenya and other key global markets.

This is not a traditional sales role.

Instead it combines commercial partnership management international relationship leadership market insight and brand stewardship within a premium global business.

Youll work closely with senior stakeholders across Commercial Marketing and Breeding functions helping to ensure the David Austin brand continues to be represented at the highest possible standard around the world.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading strategic relationships across the international grower network
• Managing pricing discussions portfolio performance and commercial planning
• Driving greater visibility around royalties variety performance and growth opportunities
• Supporting new variety launches and market introductions
• Gathering commercial and market insight to influence future decisions
• Representing David Austin Roses at international trade events and industry exhibitions

About You

Were interested in speaking with commercially credible individuals who thrive in relationship-led environments.

You may already be working within:

• Horticulture or floriculture
• Premium FMCG
• Luxury goods
• Wine & Spirits
• International distribution
• Branded licensing
• Specialist B2B partnership environments

Youll bring experience managing strategically important commercial relationships and possess the confidence to operate across international markets and cultures.

Most importantly youll understand how to balance commercial performance with long-term brand value.

Why David Austin Roses

This opportunity offers far more than a traditional commercial management position.

Youll join a globally recognised family-owned business where quality reputation and long-term relationships sit at the heart of every decision.

Highlights include:

• Working directly with one of the worlds most respected horticultural brands
• International travel across Latin America Africa Europe and the USA
• Genuine influence and visibility within the business
• Ownership of a focused high-value commercial portfolio
• Hybrid working and an exceptional Shropshire countryside location
• A collaborative values-led culture built around craftsmanship integrity and long-term thinking

Package

• 50000 - 65000 depending upon experience
• Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension contributions
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Learning & Development opportunities
• International travel opportunities

Apply

Seymour John has been exclusively retained by David Austin Roses to manage this appointment.

For a confidential discussion regarding the opportunity please contact:

Lydia Johnson
Principal Consultant Seymour John

All direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to Seymour John for consideration as part of the retained recruitment process.

Required Experience:

Manager