£50K/yr to £55K/yr
Forest of Dean, England
Permanent, Variable

Commercial Manager - UK Markets

Posted by Akton Recruitment Ltd.

Commercial Manager
Gloucestershire
£50,000-£55,000

A leading global enterprise in the manufacturing and construction services industry, specialising in modular steel bridges, is seeking a dynamic Commercial Manager to join its team.

Primary Purpose:

  • Serve as a key member of the commercial team, providing comprehensive commercial, contractual, and pricing support.
  • Manage and negotiate commercial contracts, ensuring their successful execution.
  • Lead commercial activities supporting the UK sales and rental markets.
  • Coordinate the bid process and engage with stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Support both new and existing business within the UK markets.
  • Collaborate with the Business Development Manager to establish sales targets.
  • Review and enhance commercial operations processes to maximize growth.
  • Work with various departments to develop and drive winning bids and proposals.
  • Conduct detailed reviews of client tender requirements and present recommendations to the senior leadership team.
  • Manage risk assessments and mitigation strategies for bids and proposals.
  • Lead contractual negotiations for new business opportunities.
  • Maintain current and accurate information in the CRM system.
  • Provide regular reporting to senior leadership based on work progress and priorities.

Requirements:

  • Degree or equivalent experience in the UK construction services or commercial rental industry.
  • Proficiency in contract management, including NEC3 & 4, JCT, CPA.
  • Strong IT skills (MS Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, CRM).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable:

  • Experience in bridge or civil engineering disciplines.
  • Knowledge of commercial export, Incoterms, and payment mechanisms.
  • Familiarity with third-party contract conditions and public procurement processes.

Personal Qualities:

  • Demonstrates tenacity, resilience, and tact in managing workloads and objectives.
  • Capable of working collaboratively within a team.
  • Possesses a positive, flexible working style with excellent organisational skills.

Benefits:

  • Hybrid & flexible working options.
  • 33 days holiday per annum, including statutory bank holidays.
  • Generous pension scheme.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Annual bonus.
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Income protection.
  • Healthshield cashback plan for medical expenses.