Head of Commercial Contracts and Pricing - Pod Talent : Job Details

Role: Head of Commercial Contracts and Pricing

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + £10k Car Allowance + Bonus  + Great Benefits

Location: Coventry/Hybrid: 2 Days WFH

This business provides critical products to global manufacturers and producers for major Retail/FMCG markets across Europe. Their products allow for the frictionless movement of goods, whilst also providing an environmentally conscious solution to support their overarching supply chain.

This is a fantastic, people focused, entrepreneurial organisation with offices worldwide. They have had sustained and significant growth of up to 20% YoY. It’s an incredible time to join as they embark on their Supply Chain & logistics transformation looking to develop their central Logistics Network, Supply Chain and global processes.

You'll lead the commercial contract and pricing team focused on the strategic development of the commercial division, responsible for internal processes, contract management and pricing. We're looking for a solution-oriented individual with strong leadership, influencing and negotiation skills.

Why should you apply for this role?

• Autonomy and ownership to make the role your own, implement your own ideas and ways of working
• Fantastic, collaborative and people oriented culture within an innovative and dynamic team
• A critical role, which supports the long term growth and success of the business
• Strong career progression within a high growth organisation, the role is open due to an internal promotion.

What will the role entail?

• Ownership of the commercial contract, process and pricing strategy. Leading a diverse and passionate team.
• A high profile role where you will work closely with both business development and operation/execution teams to deliver commercial framework and solutions for customers
• Working in tandem with European counterparts to review best practices and share ways of working
• Continuous focus on reviewing processes, systems and opportunities identifying gaps for improvement
• Critical stakeholder in new product launches, responsible for pricing and profitability analysis for these.

Ideally we are looking for someone who;

• Strong influencing and negotiating skills able to navigate complex stakeholder relationships
• Excellent Commercial framework experience with deep knowledge of contract management and pricing
• A strong people leader, leading through coaching and mentorship with a growth mindset
• Track record in developing systems and processes
• Background a heavily operational environment i.e. 3PL or retail would be beneficial but not necessary.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that underrepresented groups are less like to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Pod Talent is dedicated to building diverse and inclusive teams with our clients So if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply as we are always on the lookout for great talent!

If this is an opportunity you feel would be suited to your skills and experience and are interested in finding out more then click Apply now or contact Seb Taylor at Pod Talent.