Head of Commercial Job in Southampton SO143JA, Southern UK

A fantastic opportunity has arisen with one of the UK leaders within the assistive technology industry. This company has been instrumental in the creation and advancement of assistant technology. As a result of their success their growth plans make this an excellent opportunity for someone with a real passion for this field.

As Head of Commercial you will report directly to the Operations Director and indirectly to the CEO. You will be responsible for 5 direct reports and 11 indirect. The purpose of this role is to lead the business commercial activities whilst ensuring sales and marketing is effective.The role will also ensure relationships with cooperate clients are stable and strong.

This role will require you to have commercial management skills and experience along with the ability to close deals at C level.

Some key responsibilities include:

* Full control and responsibility for the PL on all commercial contracts, reporting direct to the executive board.
* Create, own and develop KPI's to drive and align strategy and performance.
* Lead and provide advice on major commercial accounts and where necessary assist with the negotiation/ sales process.
* Define and monitor competitors.
* Collaboratively work with internal and external stakeholders to design both products and services meeting customer requirements.
* Direct management of 5 managers, that are a mix of both sales and marketing.

To be successful in this role, you will have the following:

* Must have a track record of delivering at senior management level as a commercial manager both at strategic and operational.
* Experience of managing and guiding teams with a number of corporate accounts.
* Excellent business development and relationship management skills.
* Understanding or appreciation of the assistive technology industry.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Influencing skills with the ability to build trust and understanding with clients, employees and C level individuals.
* Able to delegate effectively

Please apply to adam.labib@jobs.hudson.com quoting UK660304
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