Head of Commercial Project Programme and Processes
Head of Commercial Project Programme and Processes
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Job Title:Head of Commercial Project Programme and Processes
Location:Any Hub location ( Cumbernauld Middelbrook Milton Keynes London)
Contract and working pattern: 37.5 Hybrid working
This is a people leader role
Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None
Lets Grow!!!
We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter!
Employing around 850 people across the UK we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people values diversity gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact.
For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours.
At our core is IRN-BRU launched in 1901 and still going strong today the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick hydration hit or tasty treat and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste.
We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges.
Theres never been a better time to join us!
What were looking for
We are seeking an experienced Head of Commercial Product Programme & Process to join our this critical leadership role you will be responsible for designing implementing and continuously improving core commercial processes to drive efficiency effectiveness and scalability across the business.
You will own the development and implementation of our project management framework accelerating speed-to-market for our products. Your work will ensure disciplined decision-making efficient resource utilisation and clear governance and escalation pathways for all key projects and initiatives.
This is a highly collaborative role where youll work closely with key stakeholders across Commercial Sales Marketing Finance Supply Chain and IT teams. You will be instrumental in embedding best-in-class processes tools and templates enabling data-driven decisions and supporting the successful delivery of our commercial priorities.
Your responsibilities will include...
As a key member of our team you will be responsible for driving operational excellence and strategic project delivery. Your responsibilities will include:
- Process Leadership: Lead the design and optimisation of our end-to-end operational processes to support new product development and key business initiatives.
- Project & Programme Management: Oversee a portfolio of strategic projects manage project plans budgets and resources and lead a small team to ensure successful delivery.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong relationships with senior leaders across the business (including Marketing Commercial Finance and Supply Chain) and with external partners to secure alignment and drive initiatives forward.
- Continuous Improvement: Champion a culture of continuous improvement using data and insights to refine our project management framework and provide training and coaching to upskill colleagues.
- Governance & Reporting: Facilitate governance meetings and provide clear regular reporting to senior leadership on project status progress and key decision points.
What youll bring...
- 5 years experience in process excellence project/program management or commercial operations ideally in FMCG beverages or consumer goods industries
- Demonstrated experience implementing project management and structured governance frameworks
- Developed knowledge of commercial processes (marketing spend sales planning procurement supply and logistics management)
- Excellent stakeholder engagement influencing and facilitation skills
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Strategic thinking combined with operational execution.
- Established leadership in change management and governance implementation.
- High attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
- Commercial acumen and understanding of FMCG/consumer goods value chains.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
You will also align with our AG Barr behaviours of Being Honest Accountable Connected and Brave.
What we offer
We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent.
We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes;
- Uncapped bonus linked to business performance
- Defined contribution Pension
- 34 days holiday
- Flexible holiday trading
- Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashback gym memberships technology purchases etc
- Life assurance
- Save as you earn scheme
- Staff sales discount
- Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales
- Annual salary review
- Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content
And much more!
To find out more about what it is like to ork for AG Barr please visit our careers platform here.
We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability health or mental health condition.
While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role we are realistic that the successful candidate probably wont meet every single requirement in this advert but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you dont meet every single requirement we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now!
Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted.
Latest closing date for applications is31st August 2025
Please note we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications so apply now!
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Contract
