Commercial Manager Transport

Rank My WP; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in Bristol as a Commercial Manager where you will provide effective management for SEA projects. This role involves negotiating contracts and optimizing commercial opportunities while enjoying benefits like flexible work, medical insurance, and development programs.

Benefits

Hybrid/flexible working

25 days’ annual leave plus buy/sell

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Staff Bonus

Group Pension (up to 7%)

Cycle to Work

Free beverages

Onsite parking

Responsibilities

• Acting as primary point of contact for commercial matters.
• Negotiating and agreeing contracts and agreements.

Skills

Experience in Local Government procurement in restricted environments

Experience in transport/rail environments

Understanding of Crown Commercial Frameworks

Experience working within the Public Sector

Expertise in contracting methods and T&Cs

Knowledge of pricing, contractual documentation

Experience in commercial sales, negotiation, bid prep

Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills

Previous line management experience

Job description

Engineered to Protect, that’s our promise. We protect what matters - our nations, waters, land, cities, people, environment, and our world.

As a Commercial Manager, you will:

Provide effective commercial management and governance of SEA projects, bids, and all commercial offerings for the business area, working with Divisional Management, Bid, and Project Managers.

The Commercial Manager (Intelligent Transport Systems) will be based at our Bristol site. This role allows for flexible working. The salary for this role is up to £60k, depending on experience.

What you’ll be doing

1. You will act as the primary point of contact with Customers and Subcontractors for all commercial matters relating to contracts and bids, ensuring the business secures agreements that minimize risk, maximize profit and cashflow, optimize commercial opportunities, and comply with standards and legislation.
2. You will negotiate and agree Customer Contracts and other relevant commercial documents, draft, negotiate, and agree sub-contracts and procurement agreements, manage sub-contractors, consult external advisory bodies on commercial best practices, and negotiate Collaboration Agreements (Non-Disclosure, Teaming, Royalty/IP Licence Agreements).

About our company

At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner, and more efficient. We supply high-integrity transport management software and systems for complex road and rail environments, promoting healthier, smarter cities and enhancing safety for all.

What we offer

We encourage innovation, flexibility, and out-of-the-box thinking. We offer generous rewards, a great work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities. Here are some benefits:

• Work-life balance: Hybrid/flexible working, 25 days’ annual leave plus buy/sell, up to 16 days flexi leave, half-day Fridays, reservists in the Armed Forces get special paid leave.
• Family & wellbeing: Private medical insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Staff Bonus, Group Pension (up to 7%), Cycle to Work, Wellbeing Centre, Sports & Social activities, Employee Discounts, GP & financial advice, Life assurance, Bonus rewards.
• Development opportunities: Online learning and growth programs.
• Facilities & resources: EV charging points, lunch areas, onsite bistro, free beverages, showers, onsite parking.

The skills you need

• Experience in Local Government procurement in restricted environments
• Experience in transport/rail environments
• Understanding of Crown Commercial Frameworks
• Experience working within the Public Sector
• Expertise in contracting methods and T&Cs
• Knowledge of pricing, contractual documentation
• Experience in commercial sales, negotiation, bid prep
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Previous line management experience

Join us and be part of something bigger: protecting what matters. For more information, contact Ethan in our Talent Acquisition Team at 0333 041 4207 or reach out to us online.