Commercial Executive

Are you passionate about the world of food? We are looking for a Commercial Executive to support our sales and growth strategy across key accounts.

Location - Uxbridge (office based)

At Pilgrim's Europe, we're passionate about creating high-quality food and building strong customer partnerships. With ambitious growth plans in the UK, we're expanding our Commercial team at our Uxbridge Head Office and are looking for talented Commercial Executives to help us deliver on these exciting opportunities.

This role is perfect for someone with some food industry experience who's ready to take on more responsibility and grow their career in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

The Role

As a Commercial Executive, you'll play a key role in supporting our commercial managers to drive profitable growth. From day-to-day account management to delivering New Product Development (NPD) projects, you'll be at the heart of our customer relationships and commercial delivery.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing day-to-day customer accounts and taking ownership of your own portfolio.
• Building strong customer relationships and acting as their champion within Pilgrim's Europe.
• Working with marketing to deliver in-store and online activation plans.
• Analysing sales and promotional performance to spot opportunities.
• Leading NPD projects from idea to launch.
• Supporting weekly forecasting and providing commercial insights.
• Assisting the team in delivering joint business plans and sustainable channel growth.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Full UK Driving Licence is needed for this role .
• Proactive and tenacious, with the confidence to challenge the status quo and drive results
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical ability.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated with a proactive, can-do attitude.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Desirable:

• Experience in the food industry (manufacturing, retail, or supply chain)
• Experience with major UK retailers or foodservice accounts.
• Previous commercial or account management experience.
• Negotiation and/or project management skills.
• Exposure to food development or marketing.

What's in it for You?

Joining Pilgrim's Europe means being part of a business that's investing in growth and people. Here's what you can expect:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career development opportunities - with pathways into Commercial Manager or Category roles.
• Exposure to leading UK retailers and foodservice customers.
• Real responsibility from day one, working on live accounts and projects.
• Involvement in exciting NPD launches that shape supermarket shelves.
• Supportive team culture built on collaboration, respect, and ambition.
• Access to training and development programmes to strengthen your skills and knowledge.

Why Pilgrim's Europe?

Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

Availability - Be open and ready for new challenges.

Humility - Listen, respect, and learn from others.

Discipline - Deliver on commitments.

Sincerity - Be truthful and respectful.

Simplicity, Ownership & Determination - Focus on what matters and drive success.

At Pilgrim's Europe, you'll be joining a forward-looking business where you can learn, grow, and make a genuine impact.

? Ready to take the next step in your commercial career?

Apply today to join Pilgrim's Europe as a Commercial Executive.

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