At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial strategy and develop strategic partnerships in contract manufacturing.
- Company: Join Zendlabs, a fast-growing UK contract manufacturer in health and wellness.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped commission, private healthcare, and hybrid working.
- Other info: Collaborative culture where your ideas matter and career growth is encouraged.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment with ambitious growth plans.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in contract manufacturing with a strong network in sports nutrition.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
About Zendlabs
Zendlabs is one of the UK's fastest growing contract manufacturers specialising in sports nutrition, health & wellness, nutraceuticals and functional food products.
We've invested over £1 million in our purpose-built manufacturing facility, clean room, automation and product development capabilities to create a world-class manufacturing partner for ambitious brands.
From start-ups launching their first product through to established international brands, we provide formulation, product development, manufacturing, packaging, fulfilment and supply chain solutions, helping customers bring innovative products to market quickly and successfully.
As we continue to invest in our people, technology and facilities, we're looking for an experienced commercial leader to play a pivotal role in the next stage of our growth.
The Opportunity
This isn't another Business Development role.
We're looking for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager who understands contract manufacturing inside out and has a proven track record of winning and developing strategic manufacturing partnerships.
You'll already have experience working for a contract manufacturer within sports nutrition, food supplements or nutraceuticals and bring an established network of brand owners, founders, procurement teams and commercial decision makers.
You'll work directly with the senior leadership team to shape our commercial strategy, identify new markets, win major accounts and position Zendlabs as one of the UK's leading contract manufacturing partners.
This is a true hunter role focused on winning new business, developing long-term strategic partnerships and delivering sustainable commercial growth.
- Our Manufacturing Capabilities
- Product formulation
- NPD
- Powder blending
- Protein products, Hydration products, Greens
- Functional nutrition
- Sachets
- Stick packs
- Pouches
- Tubs
- Capsules
- Retail-ready packaging
- BRCGS accredited manufacturing
- Warehousing & fulfilment
Essential Experience
Applicants must have
- Minimum 5 years' commercial experience working for a contract
- manufacturer (CMO/CDMO).
- Proven experience selling sports nutrition, food supplement or
- nutraceutical manufacturing services.
- Demonstrable history of winning new manufacturing contracts.
- Existing network within the sports nutrition and health & wellness
- industry.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Experience managing complex commercial sales cycles.
- Experience managing RFQs and commercial tenders.
- Excellent commercial negotiation skills.
- Strong presentation skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Personal Attributes
We're looking for someone who is
- Entrepreneurial
- Commercially driven
- Highly competitive
- Consultative
- Self-motivated
- Credible with founders and senior executives
- Curious and innovative
- Collaborative
- Results focused
- Comfortable working autonomously
What We Offer
- Competitive basic salary
- Uncapped commission and performance bonus
- Company pension
- Private healthcare
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working
- Ongoing professional development
- A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where your ideas genuinely
Why Join Zendlabs?
We're building something genuinely different.
This is an opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of its growth, where you'll have genuine influence over the commercial direction of the company. You'll work directly with the leadership team, help shape strategy and play a key role in building one of the UK's most respected contract manufacturers.
If you're ambitious, commercially driven and want to make a lasting impact rather than simply maintain existing accounts, we'd love to hear from you.
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Senior Commercial Manager Contract Manufacturing employer: Zendbox Ltd
Zendlabs is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and satisfaction, offering a hybrid work environment that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. With a strong focus on career development, employees are encouraged to enhance their skills while working collaboratively in a dynamic team culture that values communication and innovation. Located in a thriving industry, Zendlabs provides unique opportunities to engage with leading manufacturing customers, making it a rewarding place for those seeking meaningful employment.
