Commercial Specialist

Neos Networks; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Neos Networks is seeking a Commercial Specialist in Reading to join the Vendor Management Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to interact with telecom vendors while supporting supplier relationships and ensuring commercial accuracy. Ideal candidates will be recent graduates or early-career professionals with strong Excel skills and a proactive mindset.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Flexible working arrangements

Benefits for family, finances, and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills are essential for managing data.
• Exceptional attention to detail required for auditing processes.
• Effective communication skills necessary for liaising with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile telecoms services billed vs. actual usage.
• Audit vendor invoices and supplier inventories.
• Support budget management and monitor spend.

Skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Commercial SpecialistNeos Networks offers alternative working arrangements that give employees some flexibility, including office, home and hybrid workingLocation: Reading (Hybrid Working: 2–3 days per week on-site)
Contract Type: 6-Month FTC (Full Time, 37 hours/week)
Salary: £25,000–£35,000 (depending on experience) + Performance Bonus + Benefits (family, finances, and wellbeing)Commercial Specialist – Vendor Management TeamAre you a recent graduate or early-career professional ready to bring your attention to detail, communication skills, and Excel expertise into a dynamic, fast-paced industry role?We’re looking for a Commercial Specialist to join our Vendor Management Team at Neos Networks. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with telecoms vendors while developing commercial and operational knowledgeWhat You’ll Be DoingYou'll support our Vendor Managers in managing supplier relationships and ensuring commercial accuracy, including:

• Reconciling telecoms services billed vs. actual usage
• Auditing vendor invoices, internal systems, and supplier inventories
• Liaising with Vendors to close out any queries in relation to invoices or inventory
• Supporting budget management and ensuring appropriate spend
• Monitoring renewal dates and ensuring contract alignment with customers
• Advising internal teams on cost control and PO values
• Identifying opportunities for cost avoidance and process efficiency

What You'll Bring

• Strong Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Effective communication (written, oral, and presentation)
• A collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to grasp and apply key contract terms (renewals, termination, pricing)
• Curious, proactive attitude—willing to challenge the status quo
• Experience with ERP systems (preferred but not essential)
• Understanding (or willingness to learn) telecom products/services

Next StepsAll applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome. Should you need any further assistance please contact [e-mail]