Commercial Manager (Testing & Certification)

Russell Taylor Group; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Watford seeks a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial strategy and oversee the optimization of market opportunities. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, aiming to modernize processes and enhance client experience. Ideal candidates will have senior-level experience in commercial roles and expertise in digital transformation. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in commercial or business development roles.
• Strong track record in digital transformation, particularly sales acquisition.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial strategy and drive margin optimisation.
• Overhaul the quotation process to improve client experience.
• Build and inspire a high-performing commercial team.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Proficiency in CRM/ERP systems

Digital transformation

Education

Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related field

Tools

CRM systems

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Role: Commercial Manager (Testing & Certification). Contract Type: Permanent. Location: Hertfordshire (Watford) – Hybrid. Salary: Competitive salary (DOE). Start Date: 2025-09-23. REF: J91985434. Contact Name: Hannah Williams. Contact Email: [e-mail]. Vacancy Published: 1 day ago.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial strategy, spotting market opportunities and driving margin optimisation.
• Overhaul and digitise the quotation process to improve speed, accuracy, and client experience.
• Collaborate with various internal teams to ensure seamless integration with the CRM.
• Analyse product and service profitability, recommending actions to maximise performance.
• Drive go-to-market strategies, tenders, and partnerships to unlock new revenue streams.
• Build and inspire a high-performing commercial team.

The Person

• Educated ideally to degree level in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field (professional qualifications are a bonus).
• Senior-level experience in commercial or business development roles, ideally within the Testing, Inspection & Certification industry.
• A strong track record in digital transformation, particularly sales acquisition and SaaS.
• Commercial acumen with deep expertise in pricing, margins, and profitability.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in CRM/ERP systems (Dynamics experience a plus).

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