Assistant Commercial Manager

Pontoon; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment consultancy in Leeds is seeking an Assistant Commercial Manager to join their team. In this hybrid role, you'll oversee commercial budgets and deliver insights for stakeholder optimization. Ideal candidates will have experience in large organizations and be familiar with tools like Power BI. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. This 6-month contract offers a chance to influence key projects in the banking sector.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage budgets and provide financial insights.
• Experienced in contract management and supplier relationship management.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support end-user computing needs within the bank.
• Deliver insights to stakeholders for asset optimization.
• Manage commercial budgets and track against forecasts.
• Assist in vendor performance reviews and cost-optimisation.

Skills

Commercial experience in a large or complex organisation

Budget management

Data analytical skills

Knowledge of Power BI

Contract management experience

Experience with ServiceNow or similar platforms

Tools

Power BI

DAX

Excel (advanced functions)

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Commercial Manager
Location: Leeds (Hybrid, 2 days in-office)
Contract: 6 months with scope to extend

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in the banking sector? Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Commercial Manager to join their dynamic Modern Workplace team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on multi-million-pound contracts with global Technology Service Providers, influencing the commercial landscape of a major organisation.

As an Assistant Commercial Manager, you will:

• Provide essential support for end-user computing needs within the bank.
• Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable insights to internal and external stakeholders to optimise asset deployment and usage.
• Balance commercial models against global supply chain opportunities and risks.
• Own and manage commercial budgets, ensuring transparency, tracking against forecasts, and reporting variances.
• Support the Commercial Lead throughout the lifecycle of contract agreements-from development and negotiation through execution, renewal, and termination.
• Analyse complex datasets to inform commercial decisions and support financial planning.
• Work closely with procurement, finance, legal, and delivery teams to ensure aligned outcomes.
• Support vendor performance reviews and assist in benchmarking, renegotiation, and cost-optimisation exercises.
• Facilitate effective communication around contract changes and maintain strong working relationships with third-party suppliers.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maintaining full compliance with internal governance and external regulations.

What We're Looking For:

• Commercial experience in a large or complex organisation, preferably within IT, technology, or financial services.
• Demonstrated budget management or budget ownership responsibility, including forecasting and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of Power BI Desktop and other analytical tools for producing insights, dashboards, and reports.
• Strong data analytical skills-able to interpret, manipulate, and present data to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Familiarity with IT environments, including infrastructure, cloud services, or modern workplace solutions (e.g., Microsoft 365).
• Experience in contract management, commercial governance, and supplier relationship management.
• Exposure to sourcing, procurement, or commercial construction is advantageous.
• Basic working knowledge of DAX, Power Query (M), and Excel (advanced functions).
• Experience with ServiceNow or similar IT service management platforms.
• Understanding of operational process mapping, cost modelling, and reporting development.
• Ability to manage stakeholders at all levels and communicate complex information clearly and confidently.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Application Process:
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.