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.

They are looking for a 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. Or, a more junior/analyst role looking for your next step up. If you have "shadowed" someone doing this role then that is also fine! 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 (or as close to as possible)

• 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.