Interim Commercial Director

Job Title: Interim Commercial Director

Location: Fully Remote (South Wales HQ)
Contract Type: Interim (6 months)
Day Rate: £400 per day

Start Date: ASAP

About the Business

This organisation is a leading business within the FMCG sector, supplying branded and distributed products to major retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice partners across the UK and internationally. They have a strong reputation for quality, service, and innovation in their category.

Role Overview

An experienced Interim Commercial Director is required to lead the commercial strategy and drive continued growth. Reporting directly to the board, you will oversee all commercial activities, manage key customer relationships, and develop strategies to maximise revenue and profitability during this transitional period.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the commercial strategy to drive revenue growth and market share

• Manage and develop relationships with existing key customers, including major UK retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice partners

• Identify, approach, and open new key accounts to expand market presence and diversify revenue streams

• Oversee commercial planning, forecasting, and performance management to ensure targets are met or exceeded

• Lead, coach, and develop the commercial team to optimise performance and capability

• Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure alignment of commercial objectives with operational capabilities

• Provide clear, data-driven insights and recommendations to the board to support strategic decision making

• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to inform commercial initiatives

• Review and optimise pricing and promotional strategies to maximise profitability

• Ensure robust commercial governance, contract management, and risk mitigation practices

Key Requirements

• Proven track record as a Commercial Director or Senior Commercial Leader within FMCG

• Strong commercial acumen with experience driving significant revenue growth and profitability improvements

• Demonstrable success managing major retail accounts and negotiating at a senior level

• Proven ability to identify, approach, and win new key customer accounts

• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and financial skills to drive data-led decisions

• Inspirational leadership style with the ability to engage and motivate teams remotely

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at board level

• Results-focused, pragmatic, and comfortable working at pace within an entrepreneurial environment

• Immediately available or able to start at short notice

How to Apply

For further details or to express interest in this Interim Commercial Director opportunity, please contact:

Joe Gorman
07801555061
joe@hamilton-woods.com