Commercial Manager (Chemical Manufacturing)

Novo Executive Search & Selection Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing firm in South Yorkshire is seeking a strategic Commercial Manager. This key leadership position involves overseeing tendering, contracts, and client management while ensuring compliance with COMAH regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a senior leadership role within a COMAH-regulated environment and a strong background in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in a Commercial Manager position focused on tendering & contracts.
• Strong background in a COMAH-regulated and manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the operational strategy for business growth.
• Ensure compliance with COMAH regulations and HSE standards.
• Align operations with broader business goals and customer expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Tendering

Contracts management

Compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a strategic Commercial Manager to lead a growing COMAH-regulated chemical manufacturing business based in the South Yorkshire. This is a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing tendering, contracts, client management, site operations and driving business-wide improvements, ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the operational strategy to support business growth and performance targets
• Lead on customer relations
• Tendering & Contracts
• Ensure robust compliance with COMAH regulations, HSE standards, and all relevant statutory requirements
• Work closely with the senior leadership team to align operations with broader business goals and customer expectations

Requirements:

• Proven track record in a senior leadership role
• Experience as a Commercial Manager - tendering & contracts
• Experience working in a COMAH-regulated environment
• Strong background in manufacturing
• Experience working for a chemical manufacturer
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills
• Degree-qualified in Engineering, Operations, or a related field preferred