Commercial Manager

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Mindcor-InterSearch
Durban
ZAR 200 000 - 300 000
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3 days ago
Job description

Join a Leading Healthcare Solutions Provider as a Commercial Manager

Our client is a trusted partner in the healthcare industry, specialising in the management of medical equipment and healthcare solutions. With a strong presence in hospital rollouts, implementation, and logistics, they provide strategic turnkey solutions that enhance operational efficiency and ensure high-quality patient care. They are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to drive their commercial strategy, manage financial and business operations, and build key stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Commercial Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing the company’s supply chain, procurement, and business operations to ensure financial growth and sustainability. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Procurement and Vendor Management: Oversee procurement processes, negotiate contracts, and build strong supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective purchasing and service excellence.
  • Contract Negotiation and Risk Management: Manage commercial agreements with vendors and suppliers while mitigating procurement risks related to supply chain disruptions and market volatility.
  • Financial Oversight: Assist in setting financial targets, budget planning, and monitoring overall commercial performance.
  • Inventory and Logistics Management: Ensure optimal stock availability, streamline logistics, and drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes.
  • Stakeholder and Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met and fostering long-term partnerships.
  • Collaboration: Coordinate with internal stakeholders, such as project managers and department heads, to understand their procurement needs and priorities.
  • Tendering Process Management: Manage the entire tendering process from issuing RFQs (Request for Quotation) or RFPs (Request for Proposal) to conducting comparative evaluations of offerings.
  • Compliance and Regulatory Adherence: Ensure that all commercial activities comply with industry regulations and company policies.

Experience and Educational Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Supply Chain/Procurement Management, or a related field. Certification in Supply Chain Management is advantageous.
  • 8+ years of experience in a commercial management role within the medical equipment or healthcare industry.
  • Proven expertise in procurement, supply chain, and contract management.
  • Strong negotiation and financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and supplier agreements.
  • Proficiency in CRM software, Excel, and analytical tools for reporting and inventory planning.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to drive performance and collaboration across departments.

If you’re a strategic thinker with strong commercial expertise and a passion for optimising healthcare solutions, we invite you to apply!

Please Note: We will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. However, your CV will be kept on our database for future opportunities.

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