Commercial Strategy Manager

Job description

Commercial Strategy Manager

Uxbridge – Hybrid

Our client is a global FMCG business and a recognised leader within its category, with an ambitious growth agenda across the EMEA region.

We are supporting the search for a senior commercial professional to join the Commercial Strategy & Insights function, playing a key role in driving category-led growth and shopper excellence across a diverse and fast-moving region.

The opportunity

This role sits at the centre of regional commercial decision-making. You will shape category strategy, embed shopper-led thinking, and influence markets to deliver sustainable revenue and value growth.

Working cross-functionally with Finance, Commercial, and Innovation teams, you will translate insight into clear, actionable plans that drive performance across multiple markets.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development of EMEA category strategy across channels and market types
• Use shopper and consumer insights to inform assortment, visibility, pricing and promotional strategy
• Drive best practice in category planning, price pack architecture and promotional effectiveness
• Support revenue growth initiatives and portfolio profitability in partnership with Finance
• Partner with regional teams to strengthen category storytelling and customer engagement
• Lead and develop a small category and shopper insights team

What we’re looking for

• Strong FMCG experience within Category Management, Shopper Insights or Revenue Growth
• Ability to turn data and insight into clear commercial action
• Solid understanding of pricing, promotions and portfolio profitability
• Experience working across multiple markets or within matrix environments
• Confident stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Proven people leadership capability

Why this role

This is an opportunity to shape category strategy at scale within a high-profile global FMCG business, with real exposure to senior leadership and the ability to make tangible commercial impact across EMEA.

If this sounds like your next move, I’d love to speak with you.

Erin@advocate-group.co.uk

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English