Commercial Manager in Berkshire

My Client who are in the 'building materials' space supply a broad range of products to customers across the UK.With a product portfolio of 10,000+ SKUs and an extensive supplier network, they are now looking to appoint a Commercial Manager to play a key role in the next stage of their growth.This is a newly created position and represents an exciting opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to have a genuine impact on the direction and performance of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Strategy & Leadership

Supplier Management

Product Portfolio & New Opportunities

Rebate Management

Pricing & Margin Management

They are looking for an experienced commercial professional who is comfortable operating at both a strategic and hands-on level.You will ideally have experience in a senior commercial, procurement, buying or category management environment, particularly where you have managed a large and complex product portfolio.You will be commercially minded, analytical and confident negotiating with suppliers, but equally comfortable presenting recommendations and business cases to senior leadership.

Essential Experience

Experience in a senior commercial, procurement, buying or similar role.

Experience managing a large-scale product portfolio, ideally 10,000+ SKUs.

Proven experience in supplier management and commercial negotiation.

Experience negotiating and managing supplier rebate agreements.

Strong understanding of pricing strategy, margin management and commercial performance.

Experience developing and executing medium- to long-term commercial strategies.

Experience managing projects and leading people.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience working with dedicated analytics/data teams.

Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to build a compelling commercial narrative.

Strong Excel skills and experience manipulating and analysing data.

Experience working with CRM and ERP systems