Senior Manager - Commercial Specialist

World Wide Technology; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm seeks a Strategic Commercial Specialist to enhance growth through commercial guidance and contract management. This role involves negotiating significant deals, supporting business operations, and collaborating with various teams to ensure alignment with company goals and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a related field required.
• Procurement or Supply Chain experience in IT/Telco preferred.
• Understanding of contract management and compliance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support GSP International’s growth by managing large deals.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with standards.
• Collaborate across departments for strategic planning.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Oral communication

Written communication

Numeracy

Problem-solving

Leadership

Negotiation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS)

Job description

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in a related field is required. A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of 5 years' progressive experience in a related field is required.

Other Work Experience

Procurement or Supply Chain experience, particularly in IT/Telco, along with skills in commercial negotiation, dealmaking, and contract management. Legal knowledge is a plus but not essential.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong commercial and business acumen
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly numerate with business modeling skills
• Professional, disciplined, and confident in interactions
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Collaborative approach, considering client and business needs
• Creative problem-solving abilities
• Understanding of decision implications on profitability
• Leadership and relationship-building skills
• Experience in contract management and dispute resolution

Job Summary

The Strategic Commercial Specialist supports GSP International's growth by aligning with WWT's goals, working closely with client account teams, and shaping large deals through commercial guidance, contract management, and strategic negotiations.

This role involves supporting existing business, managing financial performance, negotiating deals, and ensuring compliance with legal and contractual standards. The position requires collaboration across multiple departments and participation in strategic planning and client engagement activities.

This job description is subject to change, and the employment is at-will. It is not an exhaustive list of duties or qualifications.