Commercial Manager

Michael Page; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Permanent role

Salary £45-50k

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Commercial Manager in Sittingbourne to take ownership of contracts, tenders, compliance and commercial governance, driving growth while mitigating risk.

The role involves negotiating contracts, managing suppliers and customers, guiding project teams, and maintaining governance processes. It offers a competitive salary and hybrid working, with a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Experience managing contracts, tenders or commercial agreements within a business environment.
• Strong understanding of commercial risk, compliance and contract negotiation.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and document management skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated team player who enjoys working autonomously while supporting wider business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate and manage customer, supplier and subcontractor contracts.
• Support tender submissions, bids and pre-qualification questionnaires.
• Provide contract guidance to operational and project teams.
• Manage contractual risks and maintain commercial governance processes.
• Review and update company terms and conditions.
• Assist with the management and resolution of commercial claims and disputes.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures and industry regulations.
• Maintain key supplier and customer agreements and renewal schedules.
• Support debt recovery and contractual resolution processes where required.
• Drive continuous improvement across commercial and contract management activities.

Skills

Contract management

Tendering

Commercial risk

Negotiation

Stakeholder comms

Documentation

Autonomous work

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to take ownership of contracts, tenders, compliance and commercial governance, supporting business growth while mitigating risk and ensuring best practice.

Client Details

A well-established and growing business operating within the construction sector, who are based in Sittingbourne delivering specialist solutions across the UK. With a collaborative culture and ambitious plans, they offer excellent stability and long-term career prospects.

Description

• Review, negotiate and manage customer, supplier and subcontractor contracts.
• Support tender submissions, bids and pre-qualification questionnaires.
• Provide contract guidance to operational and project teams.
• Manage contractual risks and maintain commercial governance processes.
• Review and update company terms and conditions.
• Assist with the management and resolution of commercial claims and disputes.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures and industry regulations.
• Maintain key supplier and customer agreements and renewal schedules.
• Support debt recovery and contractual resolution processes where required.
• Drive continuous improvement across commercial and contract management activities.

Profile

A successful Commercial Manager should have:

• Experience managing contracts, tenders or commercial agreements within a business environment.
• Strong understanding of commercial risk, compliance and contract negotiation.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and document management skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated team player who enjoys working autonomously while supporting wider business objectives.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of 45,000 - 50,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Hybrid working arrangement for greater flexibility.
• Permanent position with opportunities for growth in the construction industry.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.