Commercial Director

Company: Illuminate Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Harlow
Job Description:

Commercial Director (Sales & Marketing) – FMCG / Product Brand

£90,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits Harlow, Essex (On‑site 3 days + travel as required)Shortlisting now

We are looking for a Commercial Director with experience of scaling through acquisition whilst maintaining the successful performance of a driven and innovative sales and marketing team.

This Commercial Director for a rapidly expanding, innovation‑driven product brand operating across retail, wholesale and online channels. This is a key board‑level leadership role responsible for driving revenue growth, market expansion and commercial performance across the organisation. The ideal candidate will be a strategic yet hands‑on leader, experienced in high‑growth environments, acquisitions, and multi‑channel sales. You will lead a team of around 25 across Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, Amazon and New Product Development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the company’s Sales & Marketing strategy
  • Lead acquisition strategy including market analysis, due diligence and integration
  • Lead and develop a multi‑disciplinary team across Sales, Marketing & NPD
  • Drive revenue, market share, profitability and customer satisfaction
  • Identify and evaluate new markets, product opportunities and growth channels
  • Oversee brand positioning, marketing performance and digital strategy
  • Collaborate with Finance, Operations and the SLT to ensure aligned commercial delivery
  • Manage and optimise budgets for maximum ROI

Skills & Experience Required

  • 10+ years’ experience in senior Sales & Marketing leadership roles
  • Strong background in FMCG or product‑based brand management
  • Experience across retail, wholesale and online sales channels
  • Proven track record of driving growth, acquisitions and market expansion
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen
  • Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills
  • Experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams
  • Strategic thinker with a hands‑on, practical approach
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and act on opportunities

Salary & Benefits

  • £90,000
  • £9k Car Allowance
  • Commission up to 10%
  • Private Medical
  • 10% Employer Pension Contributions
  • Competitive Benefits Package
  • Onsite Parking
  • 25 days holiday

Apply Today – shortlisting now! If you are a commercially driven, growth‑focused Sales & Marketing Director looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Due to high application volumes, only candidates shortlisted for the next stage will be contacted.

Posted: March 27th, 2026