Commercial Manager

A leading housing association is seeking a skilled and driven Commercial Manager to lead and manage the commercial aspects of their newly established in-house repairs and maintenance division. This role will oversee the organisation’s supply chain, vendor relationships, and fleet operations, ensuring a high level of customer focus and operational efficiency.

The Commercial Manager’s Role

The successful Commercial Manager will be instrumental in managing contracts and relationships with third parties, including drafting, evaluation, and negotiation of key documents. This role is critical in supporting compliance with financial and risk management requirements, working in close collaboration with the finance team to monitor transaction compliance and manage assets.

The Commercial Manager will also lead initiatives for risk management and asset control, overseeing the development and implementation of frameworks that ensure all commercial risks are effectively managed. Additionally, this role involves responsibility for the upkeep of health and safety policies and maintaining procedures for accurate contract and asset documentation. As a key liaison, the Commercial Manager will provide regular updates to senior management and the Board, ensuring comprehensive reporting on financial performance, policy proposals, and operational plans.

The Commercial Manager

To be considered for the Commercial Manager role, you should have:

• Significant experience in a senior commercial or contracting role, ideally within a housing or maintenance environment.
• Strong understanding of the maintenance needs of large-scale organisations.
• Familiarity with multidisciplinary operations in the built environment, with experience in both reactive and planned maintenance.
• Proven ability to manage teams focused on delivering high-quality, customer-focused services.
• Proficiency in procurement, contract management, and negotiation.
• Solid understanding of building technology, health and safety regulations, and relevant legislation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage challenges effectively.
• A full driving licence, as well as the flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.

In Return?

You will be at the heart of delivering a tenant-first experience and will receive:

• £55,000 – £65,000
• Generous flexible benefits package including Health care, Buy and Sell holidays, Enhanced Parental leave,
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Flexible working arrangements and supportive company culture

If you are a Commercial Manager considering new career opportunities, please contact Andrew Clarke at Brandon James.

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