Commercial Manager

Innova Search is proudly representing a UK engineering specialist who supply bespoke engineered products and solutions to some of the largest manufacturing and engineering companies across the UK. The company have been operating for over 80 years and has over 400 staff. The business is widely known for its cutting-edge and bespoke solutions across a wide-array of products.

The Role:

As a Commercial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in providing both strategic and tactical oversight across key contracts and bidding activities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on high-profile projects while working alongside talented teams within a forward-thinking and dynamic business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading commercial management across a range of contracts and bids within the engineering sector
• Collaborating with project teams to ensure the successful delivery and management of contracts
• Supporting senior leadership in driving commercial governance, process adherence, and strategic implementation across the business
• Taking charge of commercial leadership, monitoring project performance, managing risk, and ensuring alignment with contractual obligations
• Working with various teams in the business to draft and review terms and conditions for customer negotiations
• Partnering with the Supply Chain team to ensure terms and conditions are accurately communicated throughout the supply chain
• Supporting Commercial leadership in developing and executing the company’s commercial strategy
• Preparing compelling proposals for customers, coordinating pricing activities, and securing internal approvals for submission
• Promoting and adhering to best commercial practices and processes across the business
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, colleagues, and key stakeholders

What You’ll Bring:

To succeed in this role, you’ll have:

• Strong understanding of contractual terms and conditions
• Experience with various commercial/contracting models
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Proven ability to lead commercial aspects of a business, including the bidding process
• Expertise in identifying commercial gaps and developing solutions to bridge them
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• A passion for promoting a culture of best commercial practice

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a highly respected, long-established company with a reputation for delivering innovative solutions
• Work on diverse and exciting projects
• Thrive in a collaborative, supportive work environment with ample opportunities for career progression

If you’re a driven, strategic thinker with a passion for commercial leadership, we want to hear from you.