Commercialisation Manager

We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) – a dedicated team of 39,000 people, serving customers in 31 countries, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world’s most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world.

What you become a part of  

The Commercialisation team work closely with brand owners, CCEP GB teams and Central colleagues to deliver projects across CCEP’s portfolio.  We collaborate extensively with The Coca-Cola Company, Commercial Development, Sales, and Finance.  Similarly, Engineering & Technology, Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics are key Supply Chain stakeholders.

 

What to expect 

The Commercialisation team are responsible for project managing business change initiatives across CCEP’s portfolio and work in three areas:

 

-       Cross Franchise – pack and brand innovation with brand owners and R&MGM

-       Portfolio – the management of promotions, artwork, branding and reformulation

-       Supply Chain – site trials and Supply Chain solutions

 

Commercialisation Managers are responsible for leading their own projects; ranging in size, complexity and value from artwork changes to impactful manufacturing changes.  Managers develop robust relationships with their broad stakeholder group and provide expert counsel to Commercial and Supply Chain colleagues, they are accountable for successful project delivery and leading the project team.

 

This is an exciting, fast paced, and varied role.  It will suit an organised, calm, methodical and patient individual who takes pride in developing technical understanding, demonstrates strong attention to detail,  has good judgment, and can simplify complex information for a senior audience.  It is essential to that you are comfortable with ambiguity and have an accountability mindset.

 

Key responsibilities 

·         Gather project teams together and lead meetings

·         Facilitate decision making with a focus that balances cost and service

·         Provide constructive challenge to colleagues and stakeholders

·         Maintain a robust stakeholder management plan

·         Achieve alignment across Supply Chain, TCCC and the Commercial Development teams

·         Understand and draw attention to interdependences between projects and how they cost and service

·         Lead communication on projects: clarifying scope, timelines, challenges, and highlighting risk to enable effective decision making 

  

Commercialisation Managers report to a Commercialisation Senior Manager, and will liaise with: 

Commercialisation Lead

Brand Owners

Manufacturing

All Planning teams

Warehousing and Customer Logistics

Cold Drinks Operations

Engineering & Technology

Procurement

Finance

QESH (Central, BU and site)

Central Commercialisation

TCCC Commercialisation

 

What we expect from you

 

Knowledge, skills and abilities: 

·         Previous experience in an FMCG environment, typically with experience in either Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales & Marketing or Project Management

·         A robust understanding of the bottler model, the relationship between Supply Chain functions, or, a detailed understanding of the Coke System and the interaction with Commercial Development, Sales and Supply Chain functions

·         Proven track record in Project Management of complex initiatives projects or a record of managing change and influencing stakeholders across a matrix organisation

·         Strong initiative for problem solving and framing alternative solutions

·         A willingness to develop at pace

·         Lead & Can Do attitude: positively influence others to achieve positive outcomes

·         Foster collaboration: work effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance the organisation

·         Plan: determine strategies to move the team forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results. 

 

The closing date for applications is 24/06/26. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure you are considered for this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

As part of our commitment to pay transparency, we publish a hiring range in accordance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive.

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In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including financial, medical, and well‑being benefits which varies by role and country. 

We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners.

Our employee value proposition:

Being Rewarded

Market Competitive Salary

Annual Compensation & Bonus Cycle

CCEP Shares Purchase plan & Matching Share

Food Vouchers

Flexible Working Allowance 

Being Connected

Everyone’s Welcome – Inclusion, Diversity & Equity Culture

Keep In Touch program – in support of parental care

Inspiring Office layout with Great beverages and Sofia subsidized canteen

Referral Program

Being  Developed & Valued

Professional Qualifications Support & Sponsorship

Ninja Community and Lean Six Sigma Certification

CCEP learning platforms & Leadership training curricula

Career Growth and Talent Progression

Recognition program

Being Well

Flexible & Hybrid Ways of Working

Additional days paid leave at start and on top – Birthday, Qualification & Volunteering;

Wellbeing & Sports program, including corporate discounts & subscription fees

Wellbeing Community & Initiatives

Employee Assistance Program

Additional Health Plan & Dental Insurance

Being  Inspired

Social Projects & Community Charity programs

Participation in Corporate Challenges - marathon, sports, fun

External life coach speakers and Work-Life balance lectures

Team Building & Fun Events

 

​We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) – a dedicated team of 39,000 people, serving customers in 31 countries, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world’s most loved drinks.
We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. We help our 4 million customers grow, and we are constantly investing in exciting new products, innovative technologies and fresh ideas. This helps us to delight the 600 million people who enjoy our drinks every day