Commercial Manager

Description

Profitability in fleet operations is won in the detail , controlling costs, strengthening supplier agreements and making sure every commercial process works as effectively as it should. As Commercial Manager, you'll take ownership of those areas while leading the teams responsible for keeping them moving.

You'll oversee cost control and administration within an established UK-wide fleet services operation, combining team leadership with financial analysis, supplier management, contract negotiation and process improvement. It's a role where you'll have the scope to identify what's costing the business time or money, put stronger processes in place and directly influence commercial performance.

What’s in it for you

£36,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience

Increased holiday entitlement linked to length of service

Healthcare scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Recruitment incentive awards

The opportunity to influence profitability, processes and operational performance across a nationwide fleet operation

Your responsibilities as Commercial Manager

Lead the day-to-day performance of the cost control and administration teams, ensuring effective training, resources and performance management are in place

Manage WIP invoicing and cost control activity, keeping processing efficient while working within agreed budgets and targets

Analyse repair and operational costs, challenging discrepancies and ensuring charges remain in line with contractual agreements and SLAs

Manage supplier relationships, contracts and negotiations, reviewing financial and operational performance against agreed KPIs

Oversee key processes including customer contracts, RPI/CPI rate increases, customer implementation and contract termination

Improve processes across departments through effective SOPs, performance reporting and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

What we’re looking for in a Commercial Manager

Proven fleet operations experience gained within fleet management, transport or logistics

Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to assess and analyse vehicle repair costs

Demonstrable experience of cost control, supplier management and contract negotiation

Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with experience using data to support decisions

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM systems and fleet management software

If you're ready to use your fleet knowledge and commercial expertise to improve processes, control costs and make a measurable impact on business performance, apply today for this Commercial Manager opportunity.

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