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Head of Commercial

Ref: AS5943612

Leeds, UK

£90,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic P&L Leader
  • Category Management Expert
  • Team Leadership

About the candidate

The candidate is a driven and skilled Head of Commercial with a proven track record in turning around product categories and significantly increasing revenues and margins in the commercial sector. With a background spanning from a national retail group to a regional e-commerce firm and a mid-sized travel agency, they have demonstrated expert competency in full P&L management, category growth strategies, and product development. Known for a strategic mindset and collaborative leadership, the candidate excels in adaptive, high-stakes environments, promoting innovation and continuous improvement.

Progressive career advancement from Product Development Lead to Commercial Director illustrates their capacity for career development and excellence. Their roles have included major contributions toward organisational growth through rigorous market analysis, customer insight application, and effective cross-functional team partnerships.

What makes them great?

  • Delivered a 30% year-on-year revenue increase by spearheading comprehensive category revamps and strategic growth initiatives at a national retail company.
  • Introduced innovative product lines and optimised pricing strategies leading to a 25% surge in sales volume at a regional e-commerce firm.
  • Instrumental in achieving a 40% boost in bookings through strategic product development and effective alignment with marketing efforts in a travel agency scenario.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic P&L Management: Proficient in overseeing broad product categories with a track record of producing substantial revenue growth and improved profit margins.
  • Product Category Growth: Adept at establishing and refining category management frameworks and trading strategies to boost customer engagement and enhance competitive market positioning.
  • Team Leadership and Development: Skilled in nurturing and leading high-performance teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.