Head of Commercial Operations Are you a skilled commercial leader who thrives on optimising commercial operations and ways of working? My client is Ireland's leading food retailer whose success is built on the passion and dedication of their team. They are looking for a Head of Commercial Operations to join their Central Commercial team and work across divisions to drive best practices, implement change and play a strategic leadership role in commercial operations that enhance decision-making and performance across the business. Flexible location. Package Generous salary doe Bonus Pension Life assurance Agile working Flexible working The responsibilities of a Head of Commercial Operations include: Commercial Excellence & Improvement Develop and implement top-tier commercial operations and processes across teams. Design and deliver training on Commercial Excellence, including Negotiation Skills. Lead the creation of Joint Business Planning (JBP) frameworks, supplier engagement standards, and commercial planning processes. Commercial Governance & Compliance Ensure commercial compliance with all regulations. Act as the Compliance Liaison Officer, managing relationships with regulators and internal teams. Market Insights & Strategy Monitor industry trends and regulatory updates to keep our client ahead of market shifts. Manage key industry insight subscriptions to provide up-to-date intelligence. Team Leadership & Development Lead a high-performing team with the right tools and development plans. Oversee and execute key commercial programmes efficiently across Trading and other functions. Requirements for the Head of Commercial Operations include: 4+ years' experience in buying, commercial operations, governance, or trading within FMCG, retail, or wholesale. Proven ability to manage stakeholders, including regulators, suppliers, and senior leadership. Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to turn strategy into action and improve trading performance. Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills, engaging at all levels. Analytical thinker with problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume, only suitable applicants can be contacted. #AISAOI Skills: compliance governance ways of working continuous improvement Benefits: Work From Home