Commercial Director

Michael Page (UK); East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking a skilled Commercial Director responsible for leading strategic commercial operations within the Midlands division of a notable affordable housing contractor. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing complex contracts and demonstrate strong leadership qualities. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and the chance to contribute to a growing organization within the housing sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car

Performance-based bonus

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior commercial or contracts management role.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Advanced finance acumen, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Deep knowledge of procurement, contract law, and supply chain management.
• Understanding of risk management and compliance in safety-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic commercial leadership for repairs and contracts.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance monitoring.
• Oversee performance reporting and service delivery metrics.
• Develop procurement strategies and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with teams and partners to drive service excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Financial modelling

Procurement knowledge

Risk management

Data analysis

Job description

• Oversee all commercial operations within the Midlands division.
• Become part of a new and growing region for the business.

About Our Client

Our client are a well known affordable housing contractor focused on making a positive and lasting difference in the lives of tenants and communities. They provide safe, well-maintained sustainable homes, backed by high performing, customer-focused services.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic commercial leadership of all major repairs, maintenance, compliance and building contracts.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cost control and financial performance monitoring to ensure value for money and profitability.
• Oversee performance reporting, KPIs and service delivery metrics, identifying areas of improvement.
• Develop and lead procurement strategies and supply chain negotiations, ensuring optimal commercial outcomes.
• Ensure robust governance and compliance of all commercial and contractual documentation and audit trails.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to drive service excellence and commercial alignment.
• Support contract negotiation, mobilisation, renewal and variation processes to safeguard sustainable, favourable terms.
• Embed social value and sustainability into commercial decision making and reporting frameworks.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate for this Commercial Director role will be an experienced commercial leader with a proven track record of managing high complex, high value contracts in housing, asset management, facilities management or related sectors. You combine strategic thinking with operational rigour and a strong customer and community focus.

You'll need:

• Extensive experience in a senior commercial or contracts management role
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability at all levels
• Advanced finance acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling
• Deep knowledge of procurement, contract law and supply chain management
• A strong understanding of risk management and compliance, particularly in safety critical environments
• Experience driving performance and delivering cost optimisation through data led insights
• A collaborative, empowering leadership style with a commitment to talent, development and accountability.
• A Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package including a company car, performance-based bonus, and pension scheme.
• Opportunity to contribute strategically to a growing organisation within the social housing industry.
• Collaborative and professional work environment within the construction department.