Commercial Director

2 weeks ago


Dorset UK, South West England, United Kingdom Rubicon People Partnership Full time

Commercial Director, £85,000, West Dorset


Rubicon’s Executive Search & Selection Division has been appointed by a private equity-backed manufacturing company to support their search for a new Commercial Director, pivotal to their continued transformation and growth.


As a key member of a newly formed leadership team, this role reports directly to the Managing Director and leads the commercial function of a top-tier bespoke engineering services company. The successful Commercial Director will have a unique opportunity to shape the commercial strategy with full autonomy, driving business success while managing key customer relationships across the aerospace sector.


This role is ideal for a commercially-minded leader eager to make a tangible impact within a world-class, innovation-focused organisation.


As Commercial Director, you will:

  • Develop and implement the commercial strategy to drive profitability and align with the company’s wider business objectives.
  • Cultivate and maintain robust client relationships by nurturing existing partnerships and leading initiatives to attract new clients, ensuring sustainable growth.
  • Oversee pricing, forecasting, and commercial decisions, focusing on achieving profit-margin targets and ensuring accurate financial projections.
  • Lead and mentor the commercial team, promoting a high-performance culture with an emphasis on growth and professional development.
  • Drive contractual negotiations with key clients, securing agreements that meet company objectives and ensure long-term value.
  • Establish partnerships with third-party providers, ensuring contracts are fair, compliant, and align with strategic business goals.
  • Collaborate closely with the leadership team and other departments, fostering cross-functional alignment to support the company’s mission and objectives.


The ideal Commercial Director will:

  • Have proven experience in a similar senior leadership role, ideally within engineering, aerospace, or manufacturing.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to learning and continuous professional development.
  • Possess strong strategic thinking skills alongside a robust commercial acumen.
  • Be a skilled negotiator, communicator, and adept at building lasting relationships.
  • Have solid financial literacy, with hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis.
  • Show a successful track record in driving business growth and achieving targets.
  • Exhibit a collaborative, team-focused attitude with a positive and energetic approach.


If you're enthusiastic about becoming a vital member of a thriving and expanding company, with aspirations to make a significant impact, please submit your application today or call Amber Marshall or Jess Comolly-Jones in our Executive Division for a confidential discussion.


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