Commercial Manager - Manpower

Muehlhan Wind Service; North Shields; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Muehlhan Wind Service invites applications for a Commercial Manager – Manpower to lead profitable growth across dedicated business units in the UK. You will own the full sales cycle from strategy to tender, negotiate contracts, and manage key customer relationships with support from HSEQ, Legal and Operations.

You will forecast accurately, develop territory plans, and coordinate cross‑functional teams to deliver competitive solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience managing client accounts and sales cycles.
• Knowledge of business and project lifecycle, sales processes, market insight, and regional regulations.
• Experience of problem-solving, decision-making, critical thinking, and results-driven execution.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver commercial performance by defining and executing territory and account plans, managing the full sales cycle, and consistently meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
• Lead complex sales opportunities end-to-end, coordinating cross-functional teams to develop competitive solutions, pricing, and contracts.
• Develop and grow strategic accounts by building long-term relationships with key stakeholders, expanding service offerings, and positioning the business as a trusted advisor.
• Drive commercial strategy and market development through sales and marketing initiatives, competitive analysis, and continuous monitoring of market trends and opportunities.
• Manage tenders and commercial governance, including proposals, frame agreements, contract negotiations, financial business cases, and tender quality assurance.
• Ensure robust forecasting and pipeline management, preparing accurate sales forecasts, pre calculations, and project outlooks in collaboration with Operations.
• Contribute to business growth and leadership, supporting commercial strategy, sales training, customer care initiatives, and advising senior leadership on customer and account strategies.

Skills

Account management

Sales cycle management

Negotiations

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Job description

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join Muehlhan Wind Service as a Commercial Manager – Manpower!

At Muehlhan Wind Service, we take pride in our commitment to reducing the cost of green energy through our impactful work. We are looking for a Commercial Manager to be part of a strong, passionate team working towards making green energy more accessible across the world.

As a Commercial Manager within our Speciality Service Team you will be responsible for driving profitable growth by developing and executing sales strategies across assigned Business Units and markets.

The role manages the full sales cycle and key customer relationships, and oversees complex negotiations, tenders, and contracts. Working closely with internal teams including HSEQ, Legal, and Operations, the Commercial Manager ensures accurate forecasting, competitive positioning, and the successful expansion of MWS services.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and deliver commercial performance by defining and executing territory and account plans, managing the full sales cycle, and consistently meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
• Lead complex sales opportunities end-to-end, coordinating cross-functional teams (Operations, HSEQ, Legal, etc.) to develop competitive solutions, pricing, and contracts.
• Develop and grow strategic accounts by building long‑term relationships with key stakeholders, expanding service offerings, and positioning the business as a trusted advisor.
• Drive commercial strategy and market development through sales and marketing initiatives, competitive analysis, and continuous monitoring of market trends and opportunities.
• Manage tenders and commercial governance, including proposals, frame agreements, contract negotiations, financial business cases, and tender quality assurance.
• Ensure robust forecasting and pipeline management, preparing accurate sales forecasts, pre calculations, and project outlooks in collaboration with Operations.
• Contribute to business growth and leadership, supporting commercial strategy, sales training, customer care initiatives, and advising senior leadership on customer and account strategies.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Experience of managing client accounts, commercial projects, and sales cycles
• Knowledge of business and project lifecycle, sales processes, market insight, and regional regulations
• Experience of problem‑solving, decision‑making, critical thinking, and results‑driven execution
• Attention to detail, strategic thinking, and effective communication skills
• Experience supporting tender and contract management and stakeholder engagement

In Muehlhan Wind Service we have a supportive network, a team of competent and engaged colleagues. You’ll be working with a global organization with further career development opportunities and a career with a meaningful purpose. You’ll be able to put sustainability on the agenda every day! We offer you a competitive salary and pension plan as well as flexible working hours together with a hybrid working model.

We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across cultures in developing innovative green solutions for the fast-growing renewable energy industry. Our customers are some of the leading wind turbine manufacturers in the world, and we do our utmost to deliver revolutionary and competitive products with green technology that fit our customers’ needs and exceed their expectations – every time. Combined with a flat hierarchical structure and a positive and informal working environment with a can‑do attitude, this allows our employees to grow both personally and professionally.

About Muehlhan Wind Service

Muehlhan Wind Service (MWS) is a world‑leading, full‑scope independent service provider, specializing in wind turbine installation and Operations & Maintenance solutions for Tier 1 global wind energy clients. MWS, headquartered in Fredericia, Denmark, is part of the Muehlhan Group, which is based in Hamburg, Germany. MWS is one of two main business divisions (1. Wind Service & 2. Industrial Service). The two divisions operate independently under the Muehlhan umbrella. The group is owned by a U.S.-based private equity firm. In just eight years, MWS has evolved into a global market leader with annual revenues exceeding DKK 2.5 billion and strong margins. With approximately 20 offices across Europe, the UK, Australia, East Asia, the USA, and Canada, we manage projects in more than 35 countries worldwide. Driven by a passion for wind energy and a commitment to delivering exceptional results, our teams execute projects of all sizes across more than 12 specialized business units, including Offshore Installations, Onshore Installations, High‑Voltage & Electrical Services, Blade Inspections & Repairs, Service & Statutory Inspections, Paint & Corrosion Control, Main Component Exchange, Special Projects, Manpower Solutions, Welding Repairs, Oil Exchange, and more. Our success is powered by motivated, skilled, and open‑minded people who share a strong passion for renewable energy and thrive in a dynamic, international environment. For more information, please visit our website: www.muehlhan.com.