Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager

Renewables, Wood & Waste Management Sector

Widnes

£55,000 - £60,000

We are working with a leading player in the sustainable energy sector is currently searching for a dynamic and experienced Commercial Manager. The role involves overseeing the strategic procurement of unprocessed and processed waste wood, as well as woodfuel, with a focus on building and maintaining supplier relationships, optimizing commercial opportunities, and ensuring efficient sourcing of materials to support business plans.

Benefits:-

• £55,000 basic salary  
• £5,000 car allowance
• Company performance bonus
• Flexible working
• 33 days holidays inclusive of bank holidays
• Save as you earn scheme
• People forums
• Employee assistance programme

The Candidate;

• Previous experience as a Commercial Manager or sales manager
• Previous experience of leading and managing large purchasing & sales teams
• Previous experience in the renewables industry is highly desirable 
• Experience in the wood or waste management sector is desirable
• Excellent communication, planning, and people management skills.
• Ability to influence and demonstrate financial acumen.
• Experience in a fast-moving purchasing/trading environment.
• Project management expertise and comfort with financial management reporting.
• Results-driven with a focus on delivery and continuous improvement.
• Desire to challenge the status quo and improve processes.

Duties and Responsibilities;

Supplier Relationship:

• Develop and nurture relationships with unprocessed, processed waste wood, and woodfuel suppliers based on respect and integrity.
• Support and manage all supplier relationships with confidence and professionalism.
• Establish excellent working relationships with strategic fuel suppliers at all levels.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of a clear strategy for identifying and managing supply risk.
• Cultivate in-depth knowledge of the market, suppliers, and competitors to maximize profitability.

Sourcing Materials:

• Secure unprocessed and processed waste wood at required commercials and quality with appropriate contractual arrangements.
• Develop regional sourcing strategies in collaboration with the Procurement and Woodfuel teams.

Commercial Optimization:

• Identify, assess, and execute opportunities to optimize gate fees, processed wood costs, and woodfuel margins.
• Apply a commercial mindset to the day-to-day operation and delivery of key contracts.
• Ensure prompt billing and cash collection.

Team Management and Development:

• Manage, support, and develop the Procurement and Woodfuel team for optimal performance.
• Establish systems to enable the teams to achieve strategic and tactical objectives.
• Provide clear day-to-day and strategic direction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Interaction with Stakeholders:

• Ensure internal and external stakeholders perform as required for optimum fulfillment.
• Develop excellent working relationships with all internal stakeholders to support business performance.

Business Development:

• Implement a clear strategy to drive financial value from all supplier relationships.
• Optimize the CRM system to identify and close market opportunities.

Reporting:

• Provide performance updates to the Senior Leadership Team and the Head of Procurement.
• Deliver performance reports to the wider SLT group as required.

If you fit this criteria, and you are ready to take on a challenging role that offers opportunities for growth and impact, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

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