Commercial Manager

TN United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Wolverhampton is on the lookout for an Experienced Commercial Manager to lead their purchasing and internal sales operations. This role involves overseeing procurement, developing supplier relationships, and implementing effective sales strategies to achieve revenue targets. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and a proven track record in driving business growth. Join this dynamic team and contribute to a culture of collaboration and excellence, ensuring alignment across various departments to meet company objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager in a similar role.
• Strong leadership skills with a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing department to ensure timely procurement of goods.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships for optimized procurement.

Skills

Purchasing

Internal Sales

SOP Development

Operations Management

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

MBA or equivalent in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Our Client

Based in Wolverhampton, our client is part of a large group of businesses and is at the forefront of craftsmanship in their area. They are seeking a new Commercial Manager with experience in Purchasing, Internal Sales, SOP, and Operations.

Job Role

We are looking for an Experienced Commercial Manager to oversee various aspects of business operations, including Purchasing, Internal Sales, and ensuring alignment between product, sales, marketing, and engineering departments.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have experience in the following key areas:

1. Lead and manage the purchasing department to ensure timely procurement of goods and services.
2. Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to optimize procurement and negotiate favorable terms.
3. Implement sales strategies within domestic and export markets to achieve revenue targets and explore new sales opportunities.
4. Collaborate with internal and external sales teams to enhance customer satisfaction.
5. Serve as a central liaison among product, sales, marketing, purchasing, and engineering departments to ensure alignment of company objectives.
6. Implement and communicate standard operating procedures to ensure consistency, transparency, and efficiency across functions, including providing training and support.
7. Develop strategic plans to capitalize on market opportunities and mitigate risks.
8. Explore new business opportunities for revenue growth.
9. Drive new product introductions through the purchasing process in collaboration with suppliers.
10. Identify potential risks and compliance issues related to sales, marketing, and purchasing.
11. Establish KPIs to measure and improve the effectiveness of commercial activities.
12. Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence to achieve business objectives.
13. Prepare and present product opportunity briefs based on sales proposals.

Personal Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A qualification in business administration, preferably an MBA.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven experience in a similar commercial manager role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
• A strategic mindset with a track record of driving business growth and profitability.
• Experience in developing SOPs related to their role.
• An analytical approach with the ability to interpret data and propose actions.
• Experience in purchasing outside the UK and managing logistics of transporting goods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.