Commercial Manager

7 hours ago

Sunshine North, Victoria, Australia Robert Half Full time $150,000 - $200,000 per year

Commercial Manager - Distribution
Location:
Western Suburbs, Victoria

Salary:
Circa $150k + super (negotiable depending on experience)

Reports to:
General Manager / Managing Director

Team:
Six direct reports (three commercial, three finance)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a hands-on, commercially minded Commercial Manager to lead key functions across finance, procurement, and operations within a dynamic distribution environment. This role will focus on driving profitability, cost efficiency, and process improvement, while strengthening supplier relationships and enhancing systems and reporting capability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead commercial, financial, and procurement activities to deliver business growth.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and financial reporting.
  • Manage supplier negotiations and implement cost-saving initiatives.
  • Drive process and systems improvement, including ERP optimisation (NetSuite).
  • Enhance inventory management and margin performance.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a small, capable team.

About You

  • Minimum 8 years' experience in a senior commercial, finance, or operations role within distribution, FMCG, or wholesale.
  • Proven experience in procurement, financial management, and cost control.
  • Strong leadership and change management capability.
  • High EQ, collaborative working style, and continuous improvement mindset.
  • Experience with multi-supplier or consumables-based environments advantageous.

The Environment

  • Full-time, onsite role based in Western Suburbs.
  • Business casual environment.
  • Fast-paced SME setting with strong leadership support and growth focus

Apply Now

If you are a commercially-minded finance professional with the drive to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today

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