Our Wimborne Curtiss Wright facility is looking for a Head of Commercial to join their team! In this role, you will lead the Commercial community to ensure delivery of all commercial activities in line with budget and the strategic plan. Critically, the Head of Commercial shall ensure that appropriate processes are implemented to ensure that commercial risk is minimized or eliminated in line with legislation and corporate governance. The Head of Commercial is a member of the Energy UK Senior Management Team.
Location : Wimborne, UK
Create and implement best practice commercial vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve business performance
Ensure that commercial strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of safety, price, quality and delivery targets and which will enable the company to function and compete effectively in the market
Determine, set and deliver goals and objectives for the department in line with the company’s strategic aims and objectives
Ensure the appropriate systems and procedures are established, used and developed, to deliver best practice in commercial management
Ensure contract acceptance reviews are regularly and effectively conducted to drive, plan, monitor and control the acceptance of orders in line with legislation and corporate governance
Escalate and manage commercial opportunities and vulnerabilities
Develop, implement and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for each area of responsibility
Manage import/export activities to ensure timely delivery of orders
Constantly promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member understands the standards and behaviours expected of them
Lead and contribute to continuous improvement activities
What You Bring:
Applicants must be able to obtain a suitable UKSV security clearance.
Security contractual compliance will require incumbents must be a sole British Citizen.
Detailed knowledge of import/export legislation.
Demonstrable experience in leading and developing multi-disciplined teams.
Detailed knowledge of terms and conditions.
Proven experience of bid management/bid support.
Strategic thinker with clear analytical skills and the ability to balance long-term and short-term priorities.
Commercially and financially astute.
Ability to challenge and influence at all levels.
Strong negotiation and decision-making skills.
Positive and pragmatic approach to achieving results.
The ability to analyse problems and recommend a course of action.
Strong leadership and people management skills, including leading a team and managing and motivating staff to achieve challenging goals.
A Team Player, with a ‘Can Do’ attitude, and a flexible approach to work.
Quick to adapt and learn new working practices, procedures, processes, and systems.
Ability to work to tight deadlines, manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and make decisions.
Energetic and enthusiastic.
First class communication and interpersonal skills.
Ultra Energy, a Business Unit of Curtiss Wright, is a global engineering and design manufacture leader with just over six decades of experience designing for heavily regulated markets, such as nuclear, aerospace, oil and gas, and more. We develop sensors and instrumentation and control solutions for harsh environments and mission critical applications when safety and reliability matter. We focus on our customers’ success in every step of our process from sales engagement, quality, delivery, and customer service. Our customers trust us and know our commitment to safety is our top priority.
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contactTalent Acquisition.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
About Us
Join the WRIGHT Team!
Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.
Our Values
What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.
Leadership
We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.
Customer Focus
We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.
Teamwork & Trust
Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.
Respect for People
We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.
Integrity
We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.
What We Offer Our Employees:
Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry.You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!
Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work.You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world.Now that something to be proud of!
Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.
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