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