Commercial Controller

• Lead & expand a high-growth business unit, shaping the Private Label strategy across key chilled food categories
• Manage & develop key retail relationships, ensuring a clear competitive advantage within major grocery & retail channels
• Deliver a high-impact “change agenda”, challenging existing commercial structures to maximise EBIT performance
• Own the commercial strategy, aligning with Retail Category Directors, Buyers, and Senior Stakeholders
• Develop & mentor a best-in-class commercial team, ensuring a culture of performance, innovation, and strategic execution
• Refine & implement a category-led business strategy, unlocking new revenue streams & Private Label growth opportunities
• Drive 40% revenue growth over the next 4–5 years, aligning with executive leadership & board expectations
• Define growth categories & consumer trends, ensuring innovative NPD pipelines that drive sustainable category growth

• Senior Sales / Commercial Leadership in Private Label or Chilled FMCG
• Controller-level experience or exceptional Senior Commercial Managers ready for the next step
• Deep knowledge of UK grocery retailers (Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Morrisons, Aldi, Lidl, M&S, Waitrose)
• Strong retail category & commercial strategy experience – ability to drive profitable revenue growth
• Commercial P&L ownership, with a track record of EBIT performance optimisation
• Passion for Food & FMCG Innovation – A “foodie” perspective with strong category & NPD knowledge
• Strong leadership & stakeholder engagement – Ability to influence at board level and drive cross-functional alignment

Attractive Benefits