Commercial Finance Director

Commercial Finance Director (West Midlands with travel)A newly created Commercial Finance Director role within a growing UK manufacturing group, offering full commercial ownership across Finance, IT, Sales, Purchasing and Contract Management. This is a high-impact position where you'll shape commercial strategy, lead negotiations, optimise supplier performance and drive profitable growth across two established sites.You'll work closely with the Managing Directors to help space and scale the businesses over the next five years. The remit blends strategic leadership with hands-on commercial involvement, ideal for someone who wants a broader, outward-facing role beyond traditional finance.ResponsibilitiesCommercial leadership - owning pricing strategy, customer contract reviews and commercial decision-makingContract negotiation - leading customer pricing discussions, approving new contract proposals and ensuring commercial viabilityProcurement oversight - reviewing supplier contracts, improving cost efficiency and strengthening supplier relationshipsStrategic finance - driving budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planningOperational leadership - overseeing Finance, Sales and Purchasing teams and acting as deputy to the Managing DirectorsGovernance & compliance - ensuring audit readiness and alignment with group processesCandidate ProfileQualified accountantStrong manufacturing experienceSenior background at Head of Finance, Financial Controller or Finance Director levelA strong commercial mindset - confident reviewing contracts, leading negotiations and shaping commercial strategyExperience managing procurement, supplier contracts and cost-efficiency programmesWorking knowledge of integrated ERP systemsComfortable being hands-on across Finance, Sales or Purchasing when neededSalary/PackageSalary up to £90,000 to £110,000Car allowance, bonus and benefitsA commercially influential role with clear strategic impactOpportunity to shape and grow two successful manufacturing businessesLong-term progressionRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.TPBN1_UKTJ