Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsAndros is a family owned business, putting people above anything elseBonne Maman is the market leader in jam, #3 in spreads and growing in chilledAbout Our ClientAndros is a family-owned business based in South-West France with a turnover exceeding 3 billion Euros and 46 manufacturing sites globally.They're a leading European fruit transformation and chilled dairy producer, manufacturing the internationally famous brand Bonne Maman, as well as many private label products.Andros is a people focused business and put this above anything else. With ambition being one of their 5 core values, they invest in people who invest in them. Entrepreneurial mindsets are encouraged, and decisions are based on trust and a team player mindset. Communication is uncomplicated to keep the business agile and ahead of its competitors.Bonne Maman is the leading brand within the jam category, has grown to number three in spreads and is now a strong competitor within chilled desserts and yoghurts. Their commercial operations are based in Hammersmith and they have a factory in Somerset.Job DescriptionTo support their growth, they are now seeking a Commercial Controller with strong grocery experience, to focus on Bonne Maman chilled desserts and yoghurts. This is a newly created role, reporting to the Commercial Director, managing a portfolio of customers with a team of five.Manage and develop a team of 5 NAMs and NAEs and oversee the performance of sales team members to ensure sales targets are metDevelop and implement effective sales strategies with the Commercial Director for the chilled, branded rangeBuild and maintain strong relationships with key grocery clientsEnsure administration tasks, CRM and day-to-day client relationships are managed smoothlyCollaborate with colleagues in marketing/category/supply/ product development/financePrepare detailed reports on sales performance and market trendsProvide regular reports to clients and senior management on sales performanceWorking to achieve Key Performance Metrics with focus on control of spend budgets and achievement of volume growthNegotiation with customers and the ability to bring customer messages and insight into the businessThe Successful ApplicantA successful grocery Controller should have:Proven experience of working in chilled, branded goods in the UK FMCG marketMust have a working knowledge of UK groceryStrong leadership, team management and client relationship skillsAbility to understand the brand vision and adapt to its waysStrong strategic planning and execution abilitiesExcellent communication and presentation skillsPositive proactive attitude and likes to "roll up their sleeves" and work as an integral part of a team, whatever the activityHave a natural curiosity and not be afraid to make quick, impactful decisionsMust be able to be in Hammersmith a minimum of 3 days a weekWhat's on OfferCompetitive SalaryCar allowancePerformance based bonus25 days holiday and Bank HolidaysPersonal private health care6% employer pension contribution4 x salary life assuranceEmployee Assistance ProgrammeContactWill BarrattQuote job refJN-012024-6315223Phone number+44 207 269 2223Job summaryJob functionSalesSubsectorFMCG & ConsumerSectorFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationLondonContract typePermanentConsultant nameWill BarrattConsultant phone+44 207 269 2223Job referenceJN-012024-6315223
