Deputy Manager Commercial

As a Commercial Operations Assistant, your primary responsibility is to support the Commercial Manager in overseeing commercial operations. This includes tasks such as contract management, pricing, procurement coordination, budgeting, cost control, and client/vendor negotiations. Your key responsibilities will include: - Drafting, reviewing, and managing commercial contracts with customers and vendors. - Ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. - Coordinating with legal teams for risk mitigation and compliance. - Assisting in pricing strategies and commercial terms for tenders, proposals, and bids. - Analyzing costs, pricing trends, and profitability for ongoing and upcoming projects. - Working with procurement teams to ensure timely availability of goods/services as per contractual obligations. - Evaluating vendor performance and participating in supplier negotiations. - Supporting annual budgeting and monthly forecasting exercises. - Monitoring commercial KPIs and preparing variance analysis. - Building and maintaining relationships with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders. - Handling queries, issues, and negotiations to ensure satisfaction and compliance. - Preparing regular reports on commercial performance, risks, and cost-saving opportunities. - Maintaining updated documentation for audits and internal reviews. Your qualifications should include: - Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Diploma in Electrical. - 5-8 years of experience in commercial operations, preferably in the Pipe Industry. - Strong knowledge of commercial contracts, costing, pricing models, and financial principles. - Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel, PowerPoint); knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) preferred. - Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills. - Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines. Key competencies required for this role include: - Commercial acumen - Attention to detail - Problem-solving ability - Team collaboration - Time management - Strategic thinking,