Senior Commercial Manager
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Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance the company designs services and installs components fuel and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatomes customers supply ever cleaner safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome and LinkedIn: Framatome.Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI 19.5%).
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Publication date
8/5/2025Category
G - PROJECT MANAGEMENT - G3 - Contract management
Job Opening Title
Senior Commercial Manager
Job type
Non fixed term
BU description
nstalled Base BU is in charge for Framatomes nuclear engineering and services for operating nuclear plants for new build projects and for installations in decommissioning phase.
The Installed base BU has more than 60 years of international experience in all types of technologies on more than 380 reactors worldwide.
With 4600 employees in 15 countries the Installed Base BU has a strong identity and its vision is to: Deliver innovative products and services by putting our high-level skills to work to guarantee throughout the world a safe and competitive low carbon source of energy.
Job description
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Commercial Managerbased in our Avonmouth willprovide leadership Commercial oversight and control to ensure delivery of projects in line with client-side commercial arrangements in line with company strategy and both operational and financial targets.
The Senior Commercial Manager manages a commercial team and key contracts along with liaising with internal and external stakeholders on our major contracts. They also provide SME advice and support to the Framatome Ltd disciplines to ensure contract adherence and maximise business opportunities through appropriate contract mechanisms.
Key Activities:
- Ensure all Commercial processes (including Procurement) are drafted implemented and followed
- Contributing to developing process to improve and maximise growth
- Drafts and develops (in conjunction with Legal) robust Commercial documents to protect the interests and maximise the opportunities for Framatome Ltd
- Ensure that the organisation complies with the contract obligations as stated
- Communicates with internal and external parties in a contract so that all understand the terms and particularly the contracts financial aspects
- Coaches and develops employees on best practices for managing complex contract issues
- Nurtures relationships with clients to ensure long term delivery and value for the company
- Training and / or mentoring Commercial Team
- Involvement in negotiating and agreeing contracts prior to contract placement
- Involvement with the bid process to highlight commercial risk
- Accepts extra duties as situations arise
Key Outputs:
- Clear concise effective and fully implemented Commercial processes
- Clear concise understanding of contract obligations across the relevant stakeholders and Business Leadership
- Business compliance with contractual obligations
- Clear commercial/contract awareness training across relevant teams
- Favourably negotiated and agreed contracts prior to placement
- Robust commercial rigour within bid process and clarity of commercial risks within the bids
Profile
The Senior Commercial / Contract Manager should be a driven strategic thinker who thrives in a challenging and dynamic environment possessing not only the technical expertise but also the leadership qualities required to drive success across complex commercial projects.
Experience:
- Proven experience in a contract management/commercial management role particularly in handling large multi-million-pound contracts.
- Solid background in corporate finance with a strong understanding of financial reporting budgeting and cost management.
- Extensive experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management demonstrating an ability to handle high-pressure situations with tact and professionalism.
- In-depth knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations with the ability to interpret and apply them to projects.
- Demonstrated experience in managing teams with strong leadership capabilities and a focus on building high-performing teams.
Personal Attributes:
- A confident and professional manner with excellent presentation skills to engage clients and stakeholders effectively.
- Determination and resilience: the ability to stay focused and motivated even in the face of setbacks or challenges.
- A passionate enthusiastic and charismatic approach to leadership inspiring teams and clients alike.
- Innovative mindset with a willingness to explore new ways of achieving results and challenge conventional thinking when necessary.
- A positive outlook always focused on finding opportunities in adversity and an ability to maintain motivation in difficult situations.
- Assertiveness in ensuring objectives are met with a results-driven attitude and the ability to make decisions and take action when required.
Benefits
In return we are offering a salary of up to 76500 plus excellent benefits to include:
25 days annual leave per year raising to30 (1 day for every 2 years service)
8% Employer pension contribution (salary sacrifice) 1% min Employee
Individual and family private health care
Life assurance (4x salary)
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Income Protection
Professional Body Membership (1 per year)
Plus more including access to training and development opportunities.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We value and plan to continue to build on the benefits of our diverse working environment and recognise a priority to improve gender mix.
Everyone will be considered without attention to race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or disability status.
Job location
United Kingdom Bristol
Job location (site)
Avonmouth
Job family
Standard
Applicant criteria
Minimum level of education required
Non-Degree Program
Minimum level of experience required
Experienced
Employment level
Cadre
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Contract
