Job Description
Commercial Manager - High Profile Grounds Maintenance Contract
Location: Liverpool, UK
Salary: £50k - £60k depending on experience
Contract type: Full Time Permanent
Working hours: 40 Hours a Week - Hybrid working
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Commercial Manager to join our team and play a key role in driving the strategy for a high-profile contract. This is an exciting opportunity to lead commercial operations, foster strong relationships with clients, and drive growth while managing key operational functions across multiple sites throughout the North West, North Wales, and Midlands regions.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in managing contracts, forecasting sales, mitigating risks, and identifying new business opportunities. You will work closely with the operations managers, primarily focused on established long standing contracts initially, and later expanding the role to encompass new business development with existing and new clients.
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of sales strategies, ensuring profitable growth, managing budgets, forecasting sales, and overseeing financial performance across multiple locations.
Work closely with clients to ensure smooth service delivery, compliance, and contract management, while identifying and mitigating contract risks.
Identify new business opportunities, secure future contracts, and build strong relationships with clients through regular site visits to ensure satisfaction and long-term success.
Collaborate with operations managers to align with business objectives, monitor performance, and oversee the tendering process to ensure high-quality and competitive submissions.
Requirements
Strong background in contract management, operations oversight, and driving profitability within a multi-site environment, ideally within the grounds maintenance, landscaping, FM, waste management, or service industries.
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, forecast sales, and optimise financial performance, with a focus on achieving growth and cost control.
Experience in identifying and capitalising on business opportunities, building long-term client relationships, and ensuring high customer satisfaction.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams, align operations with business goals, and effectively manage the tendering and quoting processes.
Why join us?
As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
Career development:
We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
Collaborative team environment:
Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
Meaningful impact:
Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
Competitive benefits package:
We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
Role-specific benefits:
Car Allowance
Annual leave:
Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Family-friendly policies:
Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
Employee Assistance Programmes:
Support for personal and professional challenges.
Voluntary benefits:
Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
Financial wellbeing support:
Resources to manage your finances.
Competitive pension scheme:
Secure your future.
Recognition schemes:
Colleague of the month and annual awards.
Volunteering policy:
Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
Mental health support:
Comprehensive resources and support.
About
i dverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At
i dverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
#ADM
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Location: Liverpool, UK
Salary: £50k - £60k depending on experience
Contract type: Full Time Permanent
Working hours: 40 Hours a Week - Hybrid working
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Commercial Manager to join our team and play a key role in driving the strategy for a high-profile contract. This is an exciting opportunity to lead commercial operations, foster strong relationships with clients, and drive growth while managing key operational functions across multiple sites throughout the North West, North Wales, and Midlands regions.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in managing contracts, forecasting sales, mitigating risks, and identifying new business opportunities. You will work closely with the operations managers, primarily focused on established long standing contracts initially, and later expanding the role to encompass new business development with existing and new clients.
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of sales strategies, ensuring profitable growth, managing budgets, forecasting sales, and overseeing financial performance across multiple locations.
Work closely with clients to ensure smooth service delivery, compliance, and contract management, while identifying and mitigating contract risks.
Identify new business opportunities, secure future contracts, and build strong relationships with clients through regular site visits to ensure satisfaction and long-term success.
Collaborate with operations managers to align with business objectives, monitor performance, and oversee the tendering process to ensure high-quality and competitive submissions.
Requirements
Strong background in contract management, operations oversight, and driving profitability within a multi-site environment, ideally within the grounds maintenance, landscaping, FM, waste management, or service industries.
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, forecast sales, and optimise financial performance, with a focus on achieving growth and cost control.
Experience in identifying and capitalising on business opportunities, building long-term client relationships, and ensuring high customer satisfaction.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams, align operations with business goals, and effectively manage the tendering and quoting processes.
Why join us?
As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
Career development:
We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
Collaborative team environment:
Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
Meaningful impact:
Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
Competitive benefits package:
We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
Role-specific benefits:
Car Allowance
Annual leave:
Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Family-friendly policies:
Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
Employee Assistance Programmes:
Support for personal and professional challenges.
Voluntary benefits:
Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
Financial wellbeing support:
Resources to manage your finances.
Competitive pension scheme:
Secure your future.
Recognition schemes:
Colleague of the month and annual awards.
Volunteering policy:
Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
Mental health support:
Comprehensive resources and support.
About
i dverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At
i dverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
#ADM
#J-18808-Ljbffr
