Commercial Manager

Just Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing business based in Colchester to recruit an experienced Commercial Manager to join their team. Our client is seeking a commercially minded individual with strong experience in supplier relationships, product management and negotiating commercial agreements. This opportunity could suit someone currently working in a Commercial, Procurement, Buying, Product Management or Supplier Management role who is looking to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities Negotiate and manage commercial agreements with key suppliers and manufacturers. Identify new products, ranges, suppliers and commercial opportunities that will add value across the group. Work closely with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure commercial opportunities are effectively communicated across relevant sites. Collaborate with the Product File team to ensure sites have accurate, clear and relevant product, pricing and commercial information.

Develop competitive pricing structures and commercial arrangements that support profitable trading. Provide commercial guidance and pricing support to site managers, estimators and other internal teams. Review and enhance existing supplier agreements, identifying opportunities to improve terms, increase value and strengthen commercial performance. Attend supplier meetings, industry events and exhibitions to build relationships, stay informed on market developments and identify new opportunities.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:
Proven experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and building strong, long-term relationships with suppliers and manufacturers. A strong understanding of commercial terms, pricing structures and contractual agreements, with the ability to identify opportunities that deliver genuine business value. A proactive and commercially astute approach to identifying opportunities through new suppliers, product ranges, agreements and market developments. The ability to assess where opportunities will have the greatest commercial impact across the business.

An understanding of how product selection, pricing and supplier agreements translate into competitive and profitable trading at site level. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious commercial professional to join a growing business, develop supplier partnerships and make a tangible contribution to its ongoing commercial success.