Group Commercial Optimisation Manager

British Veterinary Association; Bristol; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary organization is seeking a Group Commercial Optimisation Manager to develop pricing models and analytics that guide commercial decisions. You will need proficiency in Python and SQL, with strong analytical skills. This home-based role offers 5 weeks' holiday, a cycle to work scheme, and various employee benefits. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Company pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Single Private Healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience in price elasticity or demand modelling.
• Proficiency in regression techniques and model validation.
• Ability to balance statistical rigor with commercial pragmatism.

Responsibilities

• Develop pricing models and analytics frameworks.
• Integrate complex datasets into analytical views.
• Translate model outputs into actionable insights.
• Present findings to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative and proactive

Detail-oriented

Self-sufficient

Tools

Python

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Job description

About us

Healthy animals and happy owners - that's the goal.

We are IVC Evidensia, and we are on a mission to build the world's best veterinary group. Investing in people, premises and processes, we deliver outstanding care in around 2,500 locations globally.

About the Role

IVC Evidensia is seeking a Group Commercial Optimisation Manager to lead the development of advanced pricing models and analytics frameworks that guide commercial decision-making across our veterinary network.

What you'll do

Model Development & Advanced Analytics

• Build and maintain regression-based price elasticity models across services, species, and geographies.
• Apply econometric techniques (e.g. multivariate regressions, fixed effects) to inform pricing decisions.
• Automate Python and SQL workflows for model refresh and re-estimation.
• Support design of price optimisation algorithms and local pricing strategies.

Data & Infrastructure

• Integrate complex datasets (sales, competitor pricing, operational metrics) into unified analytical views.
• Create reusable analytics assets and documentation for operational use.

Insights & Business Partnering

• Translate model outputs into actionable commercial insights.
• Quantify local price headroom and elasticity variation across clinics.
• Present findings to senior stakeholders (CEOs, CFOs, Ops Directors) with clarity and impact.
• Contribute to Group Pricing Strategy with evidence-based recommendations.

What you\'ll bring

• Excellent communication skills with a knack for simplifying complex analytics.
• Collaborative and proactive, comfortable engaging with cross-functional teams.
• Self-sufficient, detail-oriented, and motivated by solving commercial challenges through data.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Python (pandas, stats models, scikit-learn) and SQL.
• Strong command of regression techniques and model validation.
• Experience in price elasticity or demand modelling in multi-site industries.
• Advanced user of Power BI, Excel, and data visualisation tools.

Analytical & Commercial Acumen

• Deep understanding of price-volume-mix dynamics and marginal profitability.
• Ability to balance statistical rigor with commercial pragmatism.
• Experience in regulated or transparent pricing environments is a plus.

What We Offer

At IVC Evidensia we recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do.

The role is home based aside from onsite support for internal and industry events during the year, and practice visits (all travel will be paid for).

5 weeks\' holiday, plus bank holidays.

Cycle to work scheme.

Discounted staff pet care.

Company pension.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and supportive well-being initiatives.

Single Private Healthcare.

Family-friendly policies.

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.