Commercial/Sales Director

Ref: 580075

Berkshire, UK

£130,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Business Development
• Innovative Sales Leadership
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership

About the candidate

An accomplished Commercial/Sales Director specialising in FMCG, with a proven track record of leading high-performance teams and achieving significant market share gains and sales growth across diverse geographies. With over a decade of experience, this candidate has developed and executed comprehensive commercial strategies within the grocery and retail sectors in the UK and internationally, particularly in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Their extensive expertise includes spearheading major projects such as SAP implementations, restructuring trading terms, and driving innovative customer engagement strategies. Their dual base in Riyadh and Berkshire reflects a flexible, global outlook paired with strong local market insights.

What makes them great?

• Leadership in High-Stakes Environments: Successfully doubled NOPBT and increased sales by 8% within one year by implementing a new operating model.
• Cost Management and Efficiency: Achieved £1.4 million in savings and a 2.5 point reduction in investment through strategic negotiations and procurement.
• Market Expansion and Engagement: Known for enhancing customer engagement through strategic brand plans and innovative digital approaches.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Business Planning and Execution: Proficient in annual operating plan creation and execution, ensuring alignment with broader corporate goals.
• Innovative Sales Strategy: Demonstrated success in leading sales teams, negotiating complex contracts, and establishing enduring partnerships.
• Team Leadership and Development: Experienced in building, mentoring, and leading cross-functional teams to drive business success and innovation.