Commercial Manager

BD Trading Partnership; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Commercial Manager to enhance their facilities management services. This pivotal role involves overseeing commercial performance, negotiating contracts, and driving efficiency and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills, financial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple projects. With a focus on collaboration and stakeholder engagement, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact the organization's growth and success. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality services and making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Group Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Paid Holidays from 26 days

Family Friendly Policies

Health & Wellbeing Support

Career Development and Training

On-site Café with Discounts

Access to Mortgage Advisory Service

Free Parking at Head Office

Qualifications

• Degree in Business or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in commercial management within facilities management.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contracts and manage commercial performance.
• Identify risks and seek cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Contract Management

Financial Acumen

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Finance

Degree in Facilities Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Financial Management Software

Job description

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Commercial Manager

About the Role

We have a new opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to join our expanding team on a permanent basis.

This pivotal role will oversee the commercial performance across our facilities management business, and will have responsibility for driving value, efficiency, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks.
• Continuously seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Engage with key stakeholders (internal and external), collaborate with the procurement team to ensure supply chains are managed as per the agreed contracts and provide support when onboarding new supply chains.
• Provide commercial capability across the team, including procurement and contractual support and advice.
• Support the Strategic Growth team in seeking out and developing investment and securing new opportunities.
• Ensure 'out of scope' works are processed and billed.
• Provide commercial training to operational colleagues and support the Finance department by providing valuable support with effective management of budgets for repairs and maintenance projects.
• Day-to-day management of a small commercial team.

About You

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Degree in Business, Finance, Facilities Management (or a related field), or qualified via experience.
• Proven experience in a commercial management role within the facilities management or construction industry.
• Knowledge of different forms of contracts (e.g. JCT/TPC/NHF) and NHF schedule of rates.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and financial management software.
• Knowledge of social housing regulations and standards is a plus.

Working Arrangements:

Location: Dagenham. This is predominantly an office-based role (3-4 days in office) with hybrid working/flexibility available in line with business requirements.

Salary: £70,000 per annum

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Heart Hub rewards, perks & benefits platform!
• Private Medical Insurance
• Group Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Paid Holidays from 26 days
• Family Friendly Policies to help make work-life balance achievable
• Health & wellbeing support including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Career development and training
• Great offices & local amenities including our on-site Café (with discount via our BD Serve app)
• Access to independent mortgage advisory service
• Free parking at our head office - The Cube
• A great team

About Us:

We are a facilities services company, providing a range of services for public and private sector clients currently across London and the Southeast, but with aspirations to broaden our geographies over time. Our mission is to help communities live, work, and grow to fulfill their potential through the delivery of safe, high-quality services based on our unique understanding of local needs.

How to Apply

If you are keen to be considered for this opportunity to join a great team, please click 'apply' below to submit your CV and outline relevant skills and experience via the application form.