Commercial Manager

Summary of the role: Splitting time equally between Leeds Head Office and Bradford warehouse. A commercially driven buyer, working in a fast-paced environment and able to react rapidly to change. This role will shape trading strategies, build strong supplier relationships, and contribute to the success of business growth.

Reports to: Operations Director

Management Representative Responsibilities: Currently no reports but anticipated with growth.

Main Responsibilities:

• Negotiating preferential prices and ensuring product availability within the network.
  
  
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, including regular site visits and external meetings.
  
  
• Monitoring and updating pricing and preferred supplier/vendors within the ERP/CRM system.
  
  
• Working with data analysts and sales teams to optimise margins and availability.
  
  
• Supporting internal sales functions and departments, acting as a key contact for the commercial business to drive sales and profitability.
  
  
• Reviewing service levels, missed sales, and excess stock reports, taking corrective actions and placing purchase orders when necessary.
  
  
• Working closely with the Warehouse Manager on utilisation of warehouse space and forward planning for significant and rapid growth.
  
  Skills / Experience Required:
  
  
• Numeracy skills & IT proficient Netsuite desired not essential
  
  
• Strong negotiation skills
  
  
• Stock control
  
  
• Cost control
  
  
• Analysis with buying volumes
  
  
• Hands on “can do attitude” with PQC
  
  
• Flexibility & Teamwork ethic
  
  
• Full driving licence
  
  
• Experience in a fast moving commercial environment
  
  
• Experience in a buying/procurement/commercial role desired
  
  
• Management skills