The Organisation
Our client is a well-established and growing Melbourne-based distributor of food packaging and consumables, servicing hospitality, retail, and food production clients. The business is known for operational excellence, reliable service, and a strong customer-focused culture.
The Role
Reporting to the General Manager, the Commercial Manager will play a hands-on leadership role across finance, procurement, and commercial operations. This position is responsible for driving profitability, cost efficiency, and operational improvement, while leading a small team and managing supplier relationships.
* Leading commercial and operational performance, including P&L oversight, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance.
* Overseeing procurement strategy, including supplier negotiation, cost optimisation, and managing 90+ suppliers.
* Implementing systems and process improvements across finance, procurement, and reporting functions.
* Coaching and developing a team of six, including procurement and accounts payable, to enhance performance and embrace change.
* Collaborating with sales, warehouse, and customer service teams to align pricing, operations, and margins.
* Driving operational efficiencies and margin improvements through process optimisation and ERP/system utilisation.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be hands-on, commercially minded, and entrepreneurial, with strong experience in procurement and finance within FMCG, distribution, or wholesale environments.
Key skills and experience:
* 5-10+ years' experience in commercial, finance, or procurement leadership roles.
* Hands-on leadership style; capable of driving change in a small, long-tenured team.
* Strong procurement and supply chain experience, including supplier management and cost control.
* Solid financial acumen, including reporting, budgeting, and P&L management.
* ERP/system proficiency and experience implementing process improvements.
* Energetic, commercially focused, results-driven, and able to influence cross-functional teams.
To Apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Alex Cox at
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance
Industries
* Staffing and Recruiting
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