Job Description
Commercial Manager
East Croydon
4-month Contract - Hybrid
£522.95
ARM are delighted to be working with our client to help them recruit a Commercial Manager on a 4 month contract.
The Role:
* Negotiate, deliver & communicate contract & framework agreements which deliver efficiencies in line with financial reporting and forecasting systems.
* Work with users to communicate effective process and with suppliers to communicate business plans.
* Improve the efficiency and reduce costs of the procurement process by participating in the re-engineering of business processes / procedures.
* Approving and implementing procurement strategies & advice (tendering, evaluation award & contract management) efficiently using preferred technology-based methods.
* Be the focal point for key suppliers, categories and markets for the department in areas of strategy and tactics development, dispute resolution, supplier viability and relationship management.
Requirements:
* Computer literate and experienced in use of standard spreadsheet and Word Processing software packages.
* Ability to assimilate quickly new business systems such as SAP or other e-procurement and commercial systems.
* Ability to communicate effectively and to influence others both internally and externally up to Managing Director level through presentations, negotiation and written reports.
* Experience in contract/purchase order management and administration and proven experience in developing and maintaining supporting office systems.
* Experience in preparing, reviewing and agreeing Contract terms and conditions and commercial schedules.
* Substantial proven experience in a procurement function involved in high risk, high value, complex works, services and supplies covering a range of commodities. A proven record in establishing contracts of this nature and leading commercial negotiations at a senior level is essential.