Commercial Manager - Material Sourcing

Posting date:	09 June 2025
Salary:	£45,000 to £50,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	09 July 2025
Location:	Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 8JP
Company:	Veolia
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JR23888_1749456048

Summary

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Commercial Manager - Material Sales



Salary: Competitive plus bonus, company car/cash allowance, private medical cover and pension

Location: Cannock or Avonmouth



When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.



What we can offer you:

• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing:



The purpose of the Commercial Manager role is to effectively source and procure materials in alignment with the company's objectives, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, managing costs, analysing market trends, and ensuring compliance with regulations and ethical standards. The specialist also proactively identifies and sources materials to fulfill operational requirements and contribute to the company's success.

• Drive business growth and manage regional budgets while fostering an inclusive, safe workplace culture
  
• Develop and execute sales strategies, optimise revenue through strategic pricing, and build key relationships
  
• Implement effective people management processes and comprehensive training programs
  
• Identify and develop talent while maintaining high employee engagement levels
  
• Monitor operational and financial performance, analysing data to identify growth opportunities
  
• Maintain competitive advantage through market analysis and strategic planning
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, customers, and industry partners
  
• Create a positive work environment that promotes professional development
  
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company policies
  
• Drive continuous improvement through implementation of best practices
  

What we're looking for:

• Background in a business or environmental related subject or proven extensive experience in sales/business development
  
• Strong leadership and management skills, with prior experience in overseeing a sales team
  
• Detailed knowledge of commodities markets with a good understand of all products i.e paper grades, material quality
  
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
  
• Experience/proven track record of bid creation, negotiation and understanding of complex contract management
  
• Strong understanding of Business analytics and being advanced at turning data into insight.
  
• Adaptable and unphased by rapidly changing market conditions. Must be an agile thinker
  
• Strong stakeholder management both externally and internally given this role with interact extensively with Head of Ops, Sector Heads and Commercial Leadership Team.
  
• Financial management
  
• Risk management
  
• Fleet knowledge
  

What's next?



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.



We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.



We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.



We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.



If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.





Job Posting End Date:

23-06-2025

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.