Commercial Senior Director - Global Pet Care UK&I

Nottingham Permanent Competitive Ref: 409035

Lead the Growth of Iconic Pet Care Brands at Spectrum Brands

Spectrum Brands, a trusted global home essentials company with renowned brands like FURminator® and DreamBone®, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Commercial Senior Director to lead our Global Pet Care (GPC) business in the UK & Ireland.
TETRA has been the world market leader in aquatics for over 70 years and is one of the leading suppliers of garden pond products. Since 2005, Tetra GmbH has been part of the US consumer goods company Spectrum Brands. Since then, we have expanded our portfolio beyond the fascination of water. We offer premium dog and cat food with our IAMS and EUKANUBA (Europe) brands, while Good Boy, 8in1 and SmartBones cover the range of dog snacks, treats and toys. FURminator offers efficient grooming tools for dogs and cats, and our Nature's Miracle products give pet parents the right solution for a variety of pet messes. Thanks to this comprehensive portfolio, we are fulfilling our mission of enhancing the lives of pets and those who care for them.

About the Role:

In this pivotal role, you'll drive the commercial strategy and execution for our Pet Care division in the UK & Ireland, playing a key part in achieving our ambitious 3-year growth plan. You'll lead a team of 9 direct reports, overseeing Sales, Category Management, and Trade Marketing, while managing a significant P&L and fostering strong relationships with key retailers.

Key Responsibilities:
•   P&L Management: Drive revenue, contribution, and EBITDA targets for the UK & Ireland GPC legal entity.
•   Commercial Strategy: Develop and implement winning commercial plans, identify new business opportunities, and lead annual negotiations with key accounts.
•   Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing commercial team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
•   Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior-level customers and EMEA teams.
•   Organisational Development: Design and evolve the UK&I organisational structure to support business objectives.
•   Strategic Input: Contribute to the annual planning process for the International GPC business unit.

What We're Looking For:

•   Extensive and proven leadership experience in managing commercial functions (Sales, Trade Marketing).
•   Demonstrated ability to lead and manage large, complex teams.
•   Deep understanding of the UK retail landscape, with multi-channel experience.
•   Strong P&L management experience and budget creation expertise.
•   Proven ability to influence and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
•   Knowledge of the Pet Category is a plus.

Why Spectrum Brands?

•   Join a globally recognised company with iconic brands.
•   Lead a dynamic and growing business unit.
•   Opportunity to shape and execute strategic commercial plans.
•   Collaborative and supportive team environment.
•   Opportunity to work with well-loved pet care brands.