You'll oversee cost control and administration within an established UK-wide fleet services operation, combining team leadership with financial analysis, supplier management, contract negotiation, and process improvement. It's a role where you'll have the scope to identify what's costing the business time or money, put stronger processes in place, and directly influence commercial performance.

What’s in it for you

• £36,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Increased holiday entitlement linked to length of service
• Healthcare scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment incentive awards
• The opportunity to influence profitability, processes, and operational performance across a nationwide fleet operation

Your responsibilities as Commercial Manager

• Lead the day-to-day performance of the cost control and administration teams, ensuring effective training, resources, and performance management are in place
• Manage WIP invoicing and cost control activity, keeping processing efficient while working within agreed budgets and targets
• Analyse repair and operational costs, challenging discrepancies, and ensuring charges remain in line with contractual agreements and SLAs
• Manage supplier relationships, contracts, and negotiations, reviewing financial and operational performance against agreed KPIs
• Oversee key processes including customer contracts, RPI/CPI rate increases, customer implementation, and contract termination
• Improve processes across departments through effective SOPs, performance reporting, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

What we’re looking for in a Commercial Manager

• Proven fleet operations experience gained within fleet management, transport, or logistics
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to assess and analyse vehicle repair costs
• Demonstrable experience of cost control, supplier management, and contract negotiation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with experience using data to support decisions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and fleet management software

If you're ready to use your fleet knowledge and commercial expertise to improve processes, control costs, and make a measurable impact on business performance, apply today for this Commercial Manager opportunity.

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Hours: Full Time
Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £36,000 - 40,000 - Annum
Recruiter: Candidate Source
Closes: 08 Oct 2026
Course: No
Recruiter Type: Direct Employer

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