Overview
Commercial Project Engineer
We are looking for a proactive and organised Commercial Project Engineer to join a technical and commercial team supporting both UK and global operations. This role combines commercial, project management, and customer-facing responsibilities.
Responsibilities
* Commercial Tasks
* Assist with controlling part prices and tooling costs.
* Support preparation of local cost models and quotes for prototypes and mass production.
* Help maintain customer portals accurately and manage sales-related data.
* Support the sales planning process in line with business requirements.
* Support Global Sales team members with contract reviews and negotiations, ensuring data is prepared and presented professionally.
* Program/Project Management Tasks
* Organise initial kick-off meetings.
* Support project meetings and documentation.
* Track project timelines and milestones.
* Prepare the birth certificate for further release.
* Ensure that customer release drawings are documented correctly.
* Communication & Coordination
* Act as a key point of contact for customers and customer documentation.
* Coordinate regularly with internal departments (e.g., UK plant & Global Sales) to ensure project alignment.
* Regularly engage in on-site customer visits to build relationships and understand technical and commercial needs.
* Participate in off-site customer visits as required.
* Change Management
* Support the initiation and tracking of customer change requests.
* Support customer release and audit activities.
Candidate Requirements
* Positive “can-do” attitude and flexible approach to business and customer needs.
* Experience in a customer-facing role within technical commercial sales support, engineering, program management, or business administration (automotive experience advantageous).
* IT competent; familiarity with SAP, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) or equivalent is highly beneficial.
* Strong communication, presentation, and organisational skills.
* Able to work collaboratively and independently as required.
* Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK or to other group locations (e.g., Germany).
Additional Information
* Full-time UK-based role (37 hrs/week: Mon-Thurs 08:00-16:30, Fri 08:00-13:00).
* Hybrid working option available (up to 2 days WFH per week).
* Salary dependent on experience
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