Commercial Manager

Company: Travel Trade Recruitment Limited
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Location: Sunderland
Job Description:

Commercial Manager – Cruise

Location – Sunderland/Hybrid

Up to 37,000 DOE

Ready to make waves in the cruise industry? My client is an award-winning, fast-growing cruise travel business known for expert knowledge, exceptional service, and strong supplier partnerships. They’re now looking for a Commercial Manager to help drive our next phase of growth.

The Role as a Commercial Manager

A high-impact position for a commercially minded travel professional (5+ years’ experience, ideally in cruise or travel). You’ll lead supplier strategy, unlock new opportunities, and drive performance across the business.

What You’ll Do as a Commercial Manager

  • Negotiate commercial deals, exclusive offers & marketing funds
  • Build and manage key supplier relationships
  • Analyse performance and identify growth opportunities
  • Launch new products and campaigns ahead of competitors
  • Collaborate with Sales, Product & Marketing to hit KPIs
  • Lead, develop and motivate a growing team

What You’ll Bring

  • Strong commercial and negotiation skills
  • Travel industry experience (cruise preferred)
  • Analytical, proactive and results-driven mindset
  • Confident communicator and team leader

Why Join?

  • Be part of a trusted, growing brand
  • Play a key role in shaping strategy
  • Real career progression opportunities

If you are passionate about Cruise and Travel and tick the above boxes, apply now or email your CV and cover letter to (url removed). Or call Nichola on (phone number removed). If this isn’t quite what you’re looking for, please still get in touch as we have a variety of other Travel Industry roles available!

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Posted: April 25th, 2026