Commercial Director
UK Toy Industry | Revenue. Strategy. Leadership.
Are you ready to shape the future of a growing toy business?
An established international toy company is entering an exciting new phase of growth in the UK. With a portfolio of award-winning products, significant investment behind innovation, and ambitious plans for expansion, we are seeking a Commercial Director to help lead the next chapter of the journey
This is a newly created leadership position with a genuine opportunity to make a lasting impact on the business, its people, and its commercial success.
The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Country General Manager, you will take ownership of three critical pillars:
Revenue
Drive sustainable growth across key retail, e-commerce and strategic channels. You will identify new opportunities, strengthen customer relationships and ensure the business achieves its ambitious commercial objectives.
Strategy
Help shape the future direction of the UK business. From market expansion and product launches to commercial partnerships and long-term planning, you will play a key role in defining and executing the growth strategy.
Leadership
Lead and inspire high-performing sales and marketing teams. You will create a culture of accountability, collaboration and ambition while developing the next generation of commercial talent.
Why This Role?
This is far more than a traditional sales leadership position. The company has several exciting, award-winning products preparing to launch into the UK market, creating a unique opportunity to influence category growth and build momentum behind innovative new brands.
You'll join a business with an entrepreneurial spirit, strong international foundations, and the agility to turn great ideas into commercial success.
What We're Looking For
- Proven success in senior commercial leadership positions
- A strong blend of sales and marketing expertise
- Experience developing and executing growth strategies
- Track record of delivering revenue and profit growth
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and motivate teams
- Excellent relationship-building and negotiation capabilities
- Understanding of UK retail and e-commercechannels
- Experience within toys is desired
What's On Offer
- Opportunity to shape a newly created leadership role
- High visibility within the business and direct influence on strategy
- Exciting pipeline of innovative product launches
- Hybrid working environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- The chance to help build one of the industry's most exciting growth stories
