Commercial Manager

Veolia; North East, Billingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to enhance their commercial operations within the energy and water sectors. This role involves managing contracts, negotiating with stakeholders, and identifying innovative solutions to commercial challenges. The company prides itself on its commitment to ecological transformation and offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a mission that aims to make a positive impact on the environment and communities. If you're ready to contribute to meaningful change, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Access to Pension Scheme

Discounts on Retail

Virtual GP Access

Paid Volunteer Day

Ongoing Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing multiple contracts and negotiations.
• Good knowledge of various forms of contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial control of contracts and bids.
• Identify risks and develop innovative solutions.
• Provide management reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Contract Management

Stakeholder Management

Risk Analysis

Commercial Acumen

Negotiation Skills

Education

Relevant Degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive Salary plus company car / car allowance, bonus and Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Veolia, 39 Royce Av, Billingham TS23 4BX or Veolia, 414 The Quadrant, Risley, Warrington WA3 6FW




When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.



We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.




What we can offer you;

• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What will you be doing?

• Commercially supporting the Veolia Energy & Water Northern Business Unit
  
• Overall responsibility for the commercial control of a number of contracts, bids, letters and processes
  
• Identifying risks, liabilities and commitments contained within contractual agreements
  
• Supporting the wider operational teams to recognise, analyse and mitigate risks bringing real solutions to commercial challenges faced
  
• Developing new, innovative solutions to commercial challenges
  
• Experience of estimating and putting in place effective cost and value control measures
  
• Working with procurement to ensure supply chain contracts across the business are structured to suitability
  
• Recognising and developing new business opportunities
  
• Demonstrating awareness of and assisting the site team to ensure that we comply with all HSEQ and statutory regulations
  
• Provide timely quantitative and qualitative management reports to the Senior Commercial Manager and the Senior Leadership team when requested
  

What are we looking for?

• The ability to manage multiple customer & sub-contractors' contracts, negotiations and stakeholder management (internal and external)
  
• Experience with projects/operations and commercial aspects of contracts - preferably in the the energy and water sectors but not essential
  
• Experience working for a main contractor - preferably in the the energy and water sectors but not essential
  
• Good business acumen
  
• Good knowledge of various forms of contract
  
• Relevant Degree and/or suitable experience in commercial/contract management, quantity surveying or engineering
  

What's next?



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.



We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.



We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.



We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.