Commercial Strategy & Planning Director (FMCG)

• Join an established Australian beauty company as they launch into the UK & EU
• Support the GM in market expansion across the UK & EU

About Our Client

Our client is a health and personal care giant in the Australian market, and are embarking on the next stage of their growth by expanding into the UK & EU. With some key partnerships already agreed and a date for the UK launch, they are on the hunt for a strategically minded individual to help with their expansion across the UK & EU.

Job Description

• Develop and execute a growth roadmap for UK & EU expansion, ensuring scalable and profitable market entry
• Lead portfolio expansion planning, evaluating new categories and brands to introduce into the market
• Identify and develop opportunities for new customer acquisition, retail partnerships, and eCommerce growth
• Develop and maintain financial models to assess market entry, pricing, P&L projections, and commercial viability
• Lead commercial forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning to drive strategic decisions
• Manage the end-to-end execution of strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timelines
• Implement go-to-market strategies for new brands and product launches
• Act as a key liaison between the UK/EU team and global stakeholders, ensuring alignment on strategic priorities
• Build strong relationships with retail partners, distributors, and key external stakeholders to drive market expansion.
• Influence cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration between commercial, marketing, and supply chain teams.

The Successful Applicant

The successful applicant should have:

• A background in management consulting, experience working on FMCG projects preferred but not essential
• A strategic mindset with experience in financial modelling & data analysis, project management and cross-functional leadership
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and communication skills
• Experience managing internal and external stakeholders
• The desire to leave a consulting firm to move in-house to a consumer brand
• Be a hungry, driven, self-starter with an intrinsic desire to succeed
• Actively want to be around people and in the Central London office 4 days a week

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary £90,000 -£110,000 with flex
• 20% bonus
• Hybrid working, 4 days in Liverpool Street
• An exciting opportunity to join a blue-chip brand and be at the forefront of their UK & EU expansion