Coeliac UK is seeking an experienced Commercial Account Executive to manage and grow our portfolio of Crossed Grain Trademark (CGT) and Gluten Free Accreditation (GFA) partners across the retail and foodservice sectors. Job Title: Commercial Account Executive Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-Time (35 hours per week) Location: Office based, High Wycombe. Hybrid working available to be agreed with hiring manager. Salary: £32,000 £36,000 per year (dependent on experience) Salary Band: Commercial (CO4) Benefits: 36 days annual leave including bank holidays, enhanced parental leave, flexible working, private counselling service Closing Date : 4th January 2026 In this commercially focused role, you will develop strong relationships with food producers, manufacturers, and hospitality groups, helping them deliver safe, trusted gluten free options for consumers. Your work will directly contribute to our mission to improve the lives of people with coeliac disease and fund research towards a cure. Key Responsibilities: Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of CGT and GFA partner accounts to achieve revenue and engagement targets. Develop and implement tailored account plans, including opportunities for upselling and cross-selling. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with stakeholders across retail, foodservice, and manufacturing. Identify and pursue new commercial opportunities within existing partner accounts. Oversee contract renewals, ensuring timely completion and accurate payment processes. Use CRM tools to manage pipelines, track performance, and support commercial reporting. About You: We re looking for a commercially minded professional who thrives on building partnerships and delivering results. You will ideally bring: Proven experience in account management and/or sales, ideally within the food or service industry. Strong negotiation and communication skills, with confidence managing senior stakeholder relationships. A results-driven mindset with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills and financial acumen to assess opportunities and performance. Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach. About Coeliac UK: Coeliac UK is the charity for people who need to live without gluten. For over 50 years we've been helping people with coeliac disease and other gluten-related conditions live happier, healthier lives. We campaign for better food access, fund medical research, and provide trusted support to our community. Closing date: 4th January 2026 Please note: First interviews will take place on 13th & 14th January 2025, with second interviews on 21st & 22nd January 2026. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Candidates may also be searching for similar roles such as: Account Manager, Business Development Executive, Commercial Executive, Sales & Partnerships Executive, or Client Relationship Executive Coeliac UK is an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no applicant, employee or volunteer receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. No agencies please.
Jan 02, 2026
Full time
Coeliac UK is seeking an experienced Commercial Account Executive to manage and grow our portfolio of Crossed Grain Trademark (CGT) and Gluten Free Accreditation (GFA) partners across the retail and foodservice sectors. Job Title: Commercial Account Executive Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-Time (35 hours per week) Location: Office based, High Wycombe. Hybrid working available to be agreed with hiring manager. Salary: £32,000 £36,000 per year (dependent on experience) Salary Band: Commercial (CO4) Benefits: 36 days annual leave including bank holidays, enhanced parental leave, flexible working, private counselling service Closing Date : 4th January 2026 In this commercially focused role, you will develop strong relationships with food producers, manufacturers, and hospitality groups, helping them deliver safe, trusted gluten free options for consumers. Your work will directly contribute to our mission to improve the lives of people with coeliac disease and fund research towards a cure. Key Responsibilities: Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of CGT and GFA partner accounts to achieve revenue and engagement targets. Develop and implement tailored account plans, including opportunities for upselling and cross-selling. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with stakeholders across retail, foodservice, and manufacturing. Identify and pursue new commercial opportunities within existing partner accounts. Oversee contract renewals, ensuring timely completion and accurate payment processes. Use CRM tools to manage pipelines, track performance, and support commercial reporting. About You: We re looking for a commercially minded professional who thrives on building partnerships and delivering results. You will ideally bring: Proven experience in account management and/or sales, ideally within the food or service industry. Strong negotiation and communication skills, with confidence managing senior stakeholder relationships. A results-driven mindset with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills and financial acumen to assess opportunities and performance. Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach. About Coeliac UK: Coeliac UK is the charity for people who need to live without gluten. For over 50 years we've been helping people with coeliac disease and other gluten-related conditions live happier, healthier lives. We campaign for better food access, fund medical research, and provide trusted support to our community. Closing date: 4th January 2026 Please note: First interviews will take place on 13th & 14th January 2025, with second interviews on 21st & 22nd January 2026. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Candidates may also be searching for similar roles such as: Account Manager, Business Development Executive, Commercial Executive, Sales & Partnerships Executive, or Client Relationship Executive Coeliac UK is an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no applicant, employee or volunteer receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. No agencies please.
Coeliac UK is looking for a Commercial Business Development Manager to drive growth for our Crossed Grain Trademark (CGT) and Gluten Free Accreditation (GFA) schemes. Job Title: Commercial Business Development Manager Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week) Location: Hybrid High Wycombe (regular home working by agreement) Salary: £42,000 £46,000 (DOE) Salary Band: Commercial (CO3) Benefits: 36 days holiday (including bank holidays), enhanced parental leave, private counselling service Closing Date: 4th January 2026 In this crucial role you will build strategic partnerships with brands, manufacturers, and hospitality groups, expanding commercial opportunities. The Commercial Business Development Manager role combines commercial strategy with purpose, supporting people with coeliac disease and advancing research. Key Responsibilities: Lead commercial growth by expanding the portfolio of CGT and GFA partners and achieving agreed revenue targets. Develop and deliver strategic account plans, including cross-sell opportunities such as Gluten Free Academy training. Identify, pitch and secure new business opportunities across food manufacturing, retail and hospitality sectors. Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, positioning Coeliac UK as a trusted commercial partner. Manage contracts, renewals and compliance while ensuring alignment with accreditation standards. Use CRM systems to oversee pipeline development, track performance and provide accurate revenue reporting. About You: We re looking for a commercially minded and relationship-driven professional who brings a blend of sector insight and strategic thinking. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in business development, account management or B2B sales, ideally within food, hospitality or FMCG. A strong track record of meeting revenue targets and driving commercial growth. Excellent negotiation, influencing and communication skills. Strong analytical, digital and CRM skills, with the ability to interpret commercial data. Strategic thinking with the ability to spot opportunities and shape long-term plans. About Coeliac UK: Coeliac UK is the charity for people who need to live without gluten. For over 50 years we've been helping people with coeliac disease and other gluten-related conditions live happier, healthier lives. We campaign for better food access, fund medical research, and provide trusted support to our community. Closing date: 4th January 2026 Please note: First interviews will take place on 13th and 14th January 2026, with second interviews on 21st and 22nd January 2026. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Candidates may also be searching for similar roles such as: Business Development Manager, Commercial Manager, Key Account Manager, Partnerships Manager or B2B Sales Manager. Coeliac UK is an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no applicant, employee or volunteer receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. No agencies please.
Jan 02, 2026
Full time
Coeliac UK is looking for a Commercial Business Development Manager to drive growth for our Crossed Grain Trademark (CGT) and Gluten Free Accreditation (GFA) schemes. Job Title: Commercial Business Development Manager Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week) Location: Hybrid High Wycombe (regular home working by agreement) Salary: £42,000 £46,000 (DOE) Salary Band: Commercial (CO3) Benefits: 36 days holiday (including bank holidays), enhanced parental leave, private counselling service Closing Date: 4th January 2026 In this crucial role you will build strategic partnerships with brands, manufacturers, and hospitality groups, expanding commercial opportunities. The Commercial Business Development Manager role combines commercial strategy with purpose, supporting people with coeliac disease and advancing research. Key Responsibilities: Lead commercial growth by expanding the portfolio of CGT and GFA partners and achieving agreed revenue targets. Develop and deliver strategic account plans, including cross-sell opportunities such as Gluten Free Academy training. Identify, pitch and secure new business opportunities across food manufacturing, retail and hospitality sectors. Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, positioning Coeliac UK as a trusted commercial partner. Manage contracts, renewals and compliance while ensuring alignment with accreditation standards. Use CRM systems to oversee pipeline development, track performance and provide accurate revenue reporting. About You: We re looking for a commercially minded and relationship-driven professional who brings a blend of sector insight and strategic thinking. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in business development, account management or B2B sales, ideally within food, hospitality or FMCG. A strong track record of meeting revenue targets and driving commercial growth. Excellent negotiation, influencing and communication skills. Strong analytical, digital and CRM skills, with the ability to interpret commercial data. Strategic thinking with the ability to spot opportunities and shape long-term plans. About Coeliac UK: Coeliac UK is the charity for people who need to live without gluten. For over 50 years we've been helping people with coeliac disease and other gluten-related conditions live happier, healthier lives. We campaign for better food access, fund medical research, and provide trusted support to our community. Closing date: 4th January 2026 Please note: First interviews will take place on 13th and 14th January 2026, with second interviews on 21st and 22nd January 2026. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Candidates may also be searching for similar roles such as: Business Development Manager, Commercial Manager, Key Account Manager, Partnerships Manager or B2B Sales Manager. Coeliac UK is an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no applicant, employee or volunteer receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. No agencies please.
Coeliac UK is looking for a Commercial Business Development Manager to drive growth for our Crossed Grain Trademark (CGT) and Gluten Free Accreditation (GFA) schemes. Job Title: Commercial Business Development Manager Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week) Location: Hybrid High Wycombe (regular home working by agreement) Salary: £42,000£46,000 (DOE) Salary Band: Commercial (CO3) Benefi click apply for full job details
Dec 18, 2025
Full time
Coeliac UK is looking for a Commercial Business Development Manager to drive growth for our Crossed Grain Trademark (CGT) and Gluten Free Accreditation (GFA) schemes. Job Title: Commercial Business Development Manager Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week) Location: Hybrid High Wycombe (regular home working by agreement) Salary: £42,000£46,000 (DOE) Salary Band: Commercial (CO3) Benefi click apply for full job details
