Commercial Partnership Manager

CBW Staffing Solutions; Shoeburyness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider seeks a Commercial Partnership Manager - Soft Services to join their team in Shoeburyness. This part-time position offers a competitive salary and commission for an experienced business developer with a solid background in the soft services market. You'll manage business opportunities and client relationships across various sectors including commercial and healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Commission

Company car or car allowance

Generous holiday allowance

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development or sales within the soft FM / facilities services industry.
• Strong understanding of service-based contract sales (cleaning, security, catering).
• Confident managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to close.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities across multiple soft service lines.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline through research, networking, and targeted outreach.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships for long-term growth.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Job description

Overview

Commercial Partnership Manager - Soft Services - Part Time

Location: Leigh-On-Sea | Salary: £25-28,000 + Commission + Benefits | Type: Part Time, Permanent - scope to turn into a Full Time placement

Sector: Facilities Management / Soft Services

We are working in partnership with a leading facilities management provider, currently seeking a talented and results-driven Commercial Partnership Manager - Soft Services to join their expanding commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced business developer with strong knowledge of the soft services market (e.g. cleaning, security, front-of-house, catering, waste) to drive growth across a variety of sectors including commercial, education, healthcare, and public sector environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities across multiple soft service lines
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline through research, networking, and targeted outreach
• Produce and deliver high-quality proposals, bids, and tender responses
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships to ensure long-term contract growth and client satisfaction
• Collaborate closely with operations and mobilisation teams to ensure smooth service delivery
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to support strategic planning
• Meet and exceed individual sales targets and KPIs

Candidate Requirements

• Proven track record in business development or sales within the soft FM / facilities services industry
• Strong understanding of service-based contract sales (especially cleaning, security, catering, etc.)
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Confident managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to close
• Knowledge of public and private sector procurement processes, including tendering
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally/nationally as required

What’s On Offer

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
• Company car or car allowance
• Part Time opportunity
• Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays
• Ongoing training and career development with a highly reputable FM provider

About the Employer

Our client is a well-established and respected provider of soft facilities services, with a strong national presence and a commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation. They have a strong reputation for delivering tailored service solutions and are experiencing consistent growth across key sectors.

If you are interested in this position, please apply online or send your CV directly to (url removed)