Commercial Project Manager

Company: Talent Guardian
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Talent Guardian is partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed FMCG business to recruit a FMCG/ Commercial Projects Manager to play a key role in driving growth, operational transformation and commercial value creation across the UK. This role is based near Guilford.

This is a high-impact role within a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment, offering significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape strategic initiatives across multiple business functions.

Operating within a rapidly expanding category, our client is scaling through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions, creating a unique opportunity for a commercially minded and analytically strong professional to contribute to the next phase of development.

Reporting into the UK Operations leadership team, you will lead and deliver a range of strategic projects that support the organisation’s continued expansion and operational optimisation.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading end-to-end strategic projects across commercial, operational and supply chain functions
  • Identifying opportunities to improve margin performance through pricing, product mix and operational efficiencies
  • Supporting category strategy development to drive innovation and portfolio growth
  • Contributing to expansion strategy across indirect and alternative sales channels
  • Assessing manufacturing and logistics footprints to optimise cost and performance
  • Supporting sourcing strategy development and supplier negotiations
  • Driving initiatives to enhance customer experience across multiple brands
  • Preparing insights, recommendations and presentations for executive leadership
  • Facilitating workshops and stakeholder sessions across UK business units

This role offers a clear pathway into broader commercial or operational leadership positions as the organisation continues to grow.

About You

We are seeking a highly driven and structured individual with strong analytical capability and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

You will ideally have:

  • 3+ years’ experience within a top-tier strategy consulting environment
  • Proven ability to deliver complex projects independently
  • Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders
  • A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, delivery-focused approach
  • Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving capability
  • Excellent communication skills and fluency in English
  • German or French language skills would be highly advantageous

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a high-growth, investor-backed FMCG business
  • Significant exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making
  • Clear progression pathway into senior leadership roles
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Participation in long-term incentive programmes linked to business growth

Apply now!

Posted: April 1st, 2026