Commercial Manager
About the company
An established industrial manufacturing business is seeking a highly sales-driven Commercial Manager to join its Chesterfield site. This is a key leadership role for a motivated individual who can drive revenue growth, manage key accounts, and lead a small sales team to deliver strong commercial performance.
Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven, commercially focused leader to take ownership of a key function, influence business growth, and make a real impact in a well-established, process-driven environment.
Your tasks
Working closely with the General Manager, you will take ownership of the site's commercial strategy, focusing on business development, account growth, and profitability. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who thrives in a target-driven environment and is confident leading from the front.
Sales & Business Development
- Drive new business opportunities and expand existing customer relationships
- Manage and grow key accounts to increase revenue and profitability
- Identify market opportunities and develop strategies to capitalise on growth
- Lead contract negotiations and pricing structures
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead, develop, and motivate a small sales team to achieve targets
- Set, monitor, and improve sales KPIs and performance metrics
- Work with senior leadership to shape and implement commercial strategy
- Ensure strong collaboration across operational and commercial functions
Performance & Commercial Management
- Monitor sales performance, margins, and account profitability
- Analyse weekly and monthly data to drive improvements
- Prepare sales forecasts and performance reports
- Ensure excellent customer service and long-term client retention
Requirements
- Proven experience in a sales-led or commercial management role
- Highly sales-driven with a strong focus on results and revenue growth
- Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or a technical/hazardous environment is essential
- Strong background in key account management and business development
- Experience leading and developing a sales team
- Commercially astute with strong analytical and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Desirable
- Experience within civil engineering, construction, or a related sector
What we offer
Chesterfield £45,000 - £50,000 base + Bonus (up to 9% annual salary) + Company Car + Excellent Benefits
What's on Offer
- Salary up to £50,000 (DOE)
- Bonus up to 9%
- Company car or allowance
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Share Save Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- On-site Mental Health First Aid support
- Death in Service (3x salary)
- Discounts & savings platform