Commercial Operations Executive

Are you a strong administrator with a flair for customer service and a strong interest in sales operations?  Do you want to work for a family run business who are passionate about sustainable practice and innovative environmental initiatives within the food industry?

 Our client is a family run business experiencing a period of growth within their food brand so now is a really exciting time to join the company and be a part of their success and growth!  They are looking for an amazing Commercial Operations Executive to build their new brand and help launch an exciting new venture.  They are looking for an all-rounder who is numerical as you be involved with P&L work as well as supporting the sales function and working on all aspects of supply, administration and marketing support. The salary for this role is £25,000 to £30,000 and the role is fully office based. The working hours are 8am to 5pm although you may be required to work outside of these hours from time to time to attend events.

You must be a car driver for this position due the location of the office and also the attendance at events.

Main responsibilities for the Commercial Operations Executive Role

• Support direct sales activity and manage the supply and sale process alongside the Commercial Sales Executive.
• Work closely with all internal stakeholders to sell the direct sales vision to the wider business team.
• Work with suppliers and operational teams regarding packaging and brand.
• Manage resource for events ensuring H&S regulations and risk assessments are adhered to.
• Profit & Loss performance management and providing insights and strategy ideas.
• Assist with managing delivery logistics.
• Manage customer service responses for the brand.
• Support the Commercial Sales Executive with the marketing activity.
• Attend events and be the face of the brand at events.

Skills required for the Commercial Operations Executive Role

• A real self starter, someone who will work with others to get things done (the rest can be taught).
• Strong relationship building skills.
• Strong administrative skills
• Numerical and analytical
• Managing a varied workload, differing deadlines, and multiple projects simultaneously.
• An interest in developing new business is ideal.
• Ability to multi-task, be pro-active and work on own initiative, working both in a team and independently.

Benefits for the Commercial Operations Executive Role

• Great colleagues and a friendly environment.
• Opportunity to have an impact and make a difference.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 25 days holiday entitlement (plus Bank Holidays).

If this Commercial Operations Executive role sounds perfect for you, apply now!