Commercial Strategy Manager

ZipRecruiter; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Commercial Strategy Manager for a 24-month fixed-term contract. This strategic role is crucial for aligning business strategies with delivery needs, aiming to maximize savings and drive innovation across the commercial lifecycle. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, be adept at influencing stakeholders, and have a continuous improvement mindset.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days

Pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution

Car cash allowance of £5,000

Up to 20% performance-related bonus

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Gym and wellness discounts

Employee Assistance Plan

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of commercial strategies.
• Engage to identify market trends and innovations.
• Conduct business needs analysis for commercial models.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Teamwork

Education

Relevant Degree or Professional Qualification

Job description

Job DescriptionAbout us

Salary - Competitive Salary

Work Type - Hybrid

Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP

Role Type - Internal Secondment

Employment Type - Full Time

Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value , and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Car cash allowance - £5,000
• Up to 20% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

Due to growth, we have an opportunity for a Commercial Strategy Manager to join the business on a 24 month FTC at this exciting time.

This is a strategic leadership position in the formation and design of commercial delivery arrangements proactively aligning business strategy with identification of solutions to suit the delivery needs of the business whilst maximising savings and value creation.

The role will support the successful delivery of UU’s business needs by providing a professional strategic Commercial service in accordance with high professional standards and business principles and in compliance with regulatory and company procedures and policies.

As a key enabler of business transformation, the role influences senior stakeholders and drives cross-functional innovation across the commercial lifecycle.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of commercial strategies aligned with corporate priorities and transformation goals.
• Engage externally to identify market trends, best practices, and innovations that inform strategic commercial choices. Continuously improve commercial performance through external benchmarking, supplier collaboration, total cost management, and process optimisation.
• Conduct proactive business needs analysis to shape fit-for-purpose commercial models and provide trusted strategic advice to senior stakeholders across business functions
• Lead cross-functional commercial initiatives that require alignment across multiple teams and governance layers.
• Navigate and balance competing stakeholder priorities. Market Insight & Value Delivery
• Proactively identify and execute opportunities to deliver sustainable value for money and leverage wider value delivery through ESG (Environmental Social and Governance), innovation and other value levers.
• Advance commercial maturity by leading knowledge sharing, capability uplift, and strategic skill development across teams, and act as a key escalation point for
• Commercial Category teams and provide timely support to the Commercial Business Manager/Head of Indirects

Technical Skills & Experience

• Relevant Degree or Professional Qualification, or relevant experience.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive adoption of strategic commercial approaches.
• Strong leadership and team-working skills, with a history of motivating cross-functional teams in commercial environments/ and or leading and implementing strategic change programmes.
• Highly developed problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesise complex data into actionable strategies.
• Continuous improvement mindset and ability to balance business-wide priorities

Qualifications

• Relevant Degree or Professional Qualification - preferable but not mandatory

Other

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.