4193RCB_1754043830
£50000 - £80000 per annum + up to £70k basic + bonus (up to £10k)
Swindon
Automotive
Permanent | Full Time
01/09/2025
01/08/2025
22/08/2025
Commercial Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
We are seeking a driven and strategic Commercial Manager to lead and evolve the commercial operations within our fast-growing automotive aftermarket business. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the entire Commercial Department, including Product Development and Commercial Development.
As Commercial Manager, you will be the key link between departments-ensuring our product strategy is tightly aligned with business goals and market demands. You'll work cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, Technical, Marketing, and Purchasing teams to bring best-in-class products to market while enhancing customer experience and commercial performance.
This role would also be a good fit for an experienced Product Manager wanting to step up into a Commercial Manager position.
Salary - Up to £70K basic plus Bonus (up to £10K) + Pension - 20 days hols (plus BH 28 days) + Health Care (after qualifying period)
Ideal Location - Wiltshire - Swindon, Chippenham, Trowbridge, Salisbury
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the Commercial Department, covering product and commercial development.
* Define and deliver product strategy, working with Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Technical teams.
* Oversee full product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life, ensuring a customer-first approach.
* Manage TecDoc and MAM catalogue accuracy and performance.
* Develop and maintain pricing strategies, set and update list prices, and refine pricing structures.
* Conduct competitor and market analysis to drive product and pricing improvements.
* Support Sales with technical queries, sourcing, cross-referencing, and product content.
* Use data insights to drive pricing initiatives, build forecasting models, and track market trends.
* Present findings and strategies to stakeholders; promote collaboration and continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For:
* 2+ years' experience in the automotive aftermarket; commercial or product management essential.
* Strong understanding of OE/aftermarket cataloguing systems (TecDoc, MAM).
* Commercially focused with excellent analytical, financial, and data-handling skills.
* Proven ability to lead teams, solve problems, and work cross-functionally.
* Detail-oriented with outstanding communication, organisation, and time management.
* Customer-first mindset with the ability to blend product knowledge and market insight.
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