Commercial Manager

Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards this permanent role of Commercial Lead.
Job Title: Commercial Lead
Reports To: Managing Director
Our client is a Suffolk-based company that designs and manufactures a wide range of products for the recreational vehicle market. It is a design-led company that has always sought to provide innovative and affordable solutions based on the needs of the market. They are committed to provide the best support for their retailer partners in the UK and Europe
Job Summary:
The Commercial Lead is a dynamic role responsible for leading the commercial strategy and managing significant areas of the business, including sales, administration, customer service, and logistics operations. This role requires strategic oversight of marketing and engineering projects, as well as personal management of key international client accounts. The Commercial Lead will drive revenue growth and maintain high standards of operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
* Strategic Commercial Leadership
* Develop and execute comprehensive commercial strategies that align with company goals and objectives, aiming to promote revenue growth and market expansion.
* Analyse market trends and competitive dynamics to adapt strategies and capitalise on business opportunities.
Department Management:
* Provide direct leadership across various departments including sales, administration, customer service, and logistics operations.
* Ensure that all division operations are aligned with the strategic goals of the business, promoting efficiency and effectiveness.
Project Oversight:
* Lead key marketing and engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic business objectives.
* Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of projects and initiatives.
Financial Management:
* Manage the commercial budget, monitor financial performance, and make adjustments to strategies based on financial data and market conditions.
* Ensure profitability and cost-efficiency across all commercial operations.
Client Relationship Management:
* Maintain and enhance relationships with key overseas clients, managing personal account bases to ensure high levels of satisfaction and continued business growth.
* Negotiate major contracts and close deals, fostering long-term client partnerships.
Team Leadership and Development:
* Build and mentor a high-performing commercial team, setting clear objectives and evaluating performance against key metrics.
* Foster a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and professional development within the team.
Skills and Qualifications:
Proven experience in commercial leadership, preferably within a similar industry.
* Excellent understanding of business operations, market dynamics, and financial strategies.
* Strong leadership skills, capable of managing and motivating diverse teams.
* Ideally knowledge and passion for camping, caravanning and the outdoors.
* Exceptional project management abilities, with a track record of successful project delivery.
* Advanced negotiation and relationship management skills, with experience handling major client accounts, particularly in international settings.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to make critical decisions under pressure.
Benefits and other information
Holidays
As a full-time employee, you are entitled to 20 + Sats
Furthermore, following completion of 2 years of service, you will be entitled to 1 additional day paid holiday per additional year of service in the following years up to a maximum of 5 additional days paid holiday.
Benefits:
After the successful completion of your probationary period, you may be provided with the following benefits during your employment, subject to any rules applicable to the relevant benefit.
(a) Group Income Protection Scheme
Hours:
40 hours per week to be worked between 09:00 and 17:00 with one unpaid hour for lunch included in any one full-day of 8 hours.
Pension:
Auto Enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme.
Location : Suffolk :IP9