Commercial Manager

Talent Partners Limited; Ireland; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected Irish manufacturer is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead its commercial operations. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial acumen, proven experience in a commercial or financial role, and the ability to manage a small team effectively. This hands-on position offers the opportunity to shape the commercial strategy in a dynamic environment, making a significant impact on financial performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a commercial, finance, or account management role within a manufacturing or B2B environment.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, P&L management, and forecasting.
• Hands-on and adaptable, comfortable balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the commercial performance of the business.
• Lead contract negotiation and pricing discussions with key customers.
• Monitor market trends and identify growth opportunities.
• Manage and develop the internal commercial team.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Commercial acumen

Education

Degree in business, finance or related discipline

Job description

Overview

A successful and long-established Irish manufacturing company is seeking to appoint a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function and drive profitable growth. This is a hands-on role in a dynamic SME environment, suited to someone who combines strong commercial acumen with financial insight and the ability to manage customer relationships, projects, and a small commercial team.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the commercial performance of the business, including pricing strategy, margin analysis, and profitability across customer projects.
• Manage and interpret P&L performance on a project and departmental basis, identifying opportunities to improve margins and operational efficiency.
• Work closely with the CEO on budgeting, forecasting, and commercial planning, ensuring financial goals align with strategic priorities.
• Lead contract negotiation, pricing discussions, and renewal processes with key customers.
• Oversee commercial elements of tenders, bids, and proposals, ensuring submissions are accurate, competitive, and aligned with company objectives.
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage and develop the internal commercial team, providing direction, support, and performance oversight.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations and Finance to ensure pricing, cost control, and service delivery are commercially sound.
• Support the CEO in the preparation of management reports and commercial insights for decision-making.

Candidate Profile

• Degree-qualified in business, finance, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a commercial, finance, or account management role within a manufacturing or B2B environment.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, P&L management, and forecasting.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Hands‑on and adaptable, comfortable balancing strategic thinking with day‑to‑day execution.
• Confident team leader who can develop talent and promote accountability.
• Energetic, commercially minded, and eager to make an impact within a growing Irish SME.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to shape the commercial strategy of a respected Irish manufacturer and directly influence its financial performance. It’s ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment and wants to combine commercial leadership with financial responsibility and team management.

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