Commercial Growth Leader (Utilities)

Go Traffic Management Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities firm is seeking a Head of Commercial to drive strategic growth and operational excellence. This role involves overseeing procurement, contract performance, and collaboration with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing large-scale contracts within the utilities sector and strong leadership skills. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered. This position is crucial for enhancing client relationships and ensuring high standards of service delivery.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven management of subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with large-scale contracts, ensuring financial and operational efficiency.
• Skilled in cost value reconciliations, profit and loss management, and risk mitigation.
• Extensive experience in the commercial management of high-volume contracts in the utilities sector.
• Strong track record in managing senior relationships.
• Ability to identify and address operational and process gaps.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement with contract stakeholders and align with commercial goals.
• Track contract performance against KPIs to meet financial and operational targets.
• Foster collaboration with stakeholders to improve performance.
• Guide contract-wide staff ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Manage internal and client budgets, addressing contractual risks.
• Continuously refine processes to enhance contract performance.

Skills

Client-Centric Focus

Communication & Negotiation

Leadership & Accountability

Problem Solving

Adaptability & Change Management

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Strategic Thinking

Education

RICS Qualification

Tools

NEC4 Contract Experience

Job description

A leading utilities firm is seeking a Head of Commercial to drive strategic growth and operational excellence. This role involves overseeing procurement, contract performance, and collaboration with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing large-scale contracts within the utilities sector and strong leadership skills. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered. This position is crucial for enhancing client relationships and ensuring high standards of service delivery.