Commercial Operations Manager
WR Engineering - Crawley, South East
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Commercial Operations Manager - Fresh ProduceThe following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.We're looking for a Commercial Operations Manager with fresh produce / packhouse experience to lead the end-to-end supply chain in a fast-moving environment.You'll take ownership of demand planning, stock management, and logistics, ensuring the right product is packed, planned, and delivered to customers on time while minimising waste and cost.This is a hands-on role working closely with commercial teams, packhouses, suppliers, and logistics partners to keep a short shelf-life supply chain running smoothly.BenefitsSalary to 50k doeDiscretionary bonusPrivate healthcareKey responsibilitiesLead demand planning and forecastingManage stock across packhouses, production sites, and co-packersCoordinate inbound and outbound logisticsEnsure strong OTIF delivery performanceIdentify and resolve supply chain risksLead and develop the Commercial Operations teamWhat we're looking for3+ years' experience in fresh produce / chilled FMCG supply chainsExperience working with packhouses or short shelf-life productsStrong forecasting, stock, and logistics management skillsA proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environmentIf you understand the pressures of fresh produce supply chains and enjoy keeping operations running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you.WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. xjdpvnf WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Created: 2026-03-18