Commercial Manager

Job description

Commercial Manager (PR/007222)

Location: Manchester (Hybrid – 3-4 days per week)

Salary: £60,000 – £75,000

Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and commercially astute Commercial Manager to support the management of a major UK client engagement. This role will play a key part in ensuring strong financial control, accurate billing, and effective contract management, working closely with internal teams and vendors.

You will be part of a wider commercial function, collaborating with Finance, Account, and Delivery teams to ensure smooth day-to-day commercial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Contract & Commercial Management

• Support the management of client contracts, ensuring compliance with agreed terms
• Review and manage contractual documentation and commercial frameworks
• Assist in resolving any commercial queries or discrepancies

Financial Control & Billing

• Manage quarterly purchase orders (POs) and track associated spend
• Oversee invoicing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Reconcile billed vs. Unbilled items and investigate discrepancies
• Support cash collection activities and work to improve cash flow

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with vendor managers to ensure alignment on costs and services
• Liaise with Finance, Account, and Delivery teams to maintain accurate financial reporting
• Build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships

Reporting & Analysis

• Provide regular reporting on commercial performance, billing status, and financial metrics
• Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement within commercial processes

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a commercial, finance, or contract management role
• Strong understanding of invoicing, purchase orders, and financial reconciliation
• Experience supporting cash collection and working capital management
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders across different functions
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

If this role aligns with your experience, please get in touch with Abigail at Abigail.Bailey@arguilesearch.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

30-04-2026

Profession type

ICT

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English