Junior Commercial Manager - Fresh Produce

We have the privilege of recruiting on behalf of an innovative business, who are a leader in their sector, supplying UK and European Retail customers with Fresh, High Quality Fresh Produce. Due to exciting growth within the business, we currently offer the opportunity of Junior Commercial Manager.

The position of Junior Commercial Manager is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic, driven, and passionate individual to join a highly respected supplier to retail customers. With a desire to learn and achieve, the successful individual will become fundamental support in a fast paced environment, contributing to and achieving the highest level of customer service and satisfaction.

Responsibilities include;

Commercial management for a dedicated category, working with colleagues across all departments to offer all customers the highest level of service and expectational product range & quality

Management across the supply chain, working with fresh produce growers and customers to deliver and improve the category plan

Develop and manage an allocated category, to continue growth and maintain high service levels

Manage joint business development plans, to ensure alignment with fresh produce growers and consumers

Monitor, evaluate, and further develop commercial performance

Data gathering and generating reports / presentations

We require;

Experience in a Commercially focused position, with the ability to achieve in a fast-paced environment

Exposure to a Fresh Food / Fresh Produce sectors

A high level of organisation, attention to detail, and a personable & professional approach

Ability to manage key retail customer accounts, professionally and commercially focused

Experience of Tenders with the retailers, owning and leading

Strong IT skills; Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint

This opportunity will be fast-paced and demanding, requiring a motivated, passionate, and results driven Commercial individual.

Salary; £40-45k + Bonus & Company Benefits

Location; Kent - this role will offer 4 days a week in the office and 1 day a week work from home.