Commercial Engineer / Commercial Manager c£up to £40-60k

ABJ6470

Location: South Type: Permanent Onsite

An experienced mechanically bias Commercial (estimations) Engineer or Commercial Manager is urgently required by an SME with global clients to evaluate customer enquiry requirements for machined components and assemblies, produce accurate manufacturing cost estimates, and manage contracts through to successful completion.

As an experienced commercial estimator or commercial manager with a mechanical engineering background you will work alongside a highly skilled and motivated team within a well-structured, professional manufacturing environment. In this leading SME management style is open and accessible, and team leaders are supportive and collaborative.

Key Responsibilities

Produce optimal manufacturing methods and cost estimates from engineering drawings and/or digital data, ensuring all relevant information is captured within agreed timescales

Project manage new business, including creation of project plans and associated documentation

Prepare clear, concise, and accurate quotations for internal review prior to submission

Conduct quick-load assessments for new orders, ensuring all materials, specifications, and requirements are fully captured

Complete thorough contract reviews with a strong right first time mindset

Negotiate raw material pricing and place purchase orders as required

Liaise with suppliers and source new suppliers for outsourced processes

Provide technical support relating to methods, tooling, and project management

Monitor contract profitability and review with production and supply chain teams, including managing price adjustments where necessary

Drive process improvements and cost-reduction initiatives to improve profitability

Proactively contribute to continuous improvement across quality, delivery, and cost

Maintain clear communication with customers throughout the contract lifecycle

Ensure strict adherence to company conduct, safety, and quality procedures

Work collaboratively within the team, sharing best practice and supporting colleagues

Qualifications & Experience

Apprentice-trained engineer or equivalent qualification

Strong background in mechanical engineering

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical information

Experience within a sub-contract machining environment advantageous

Commercial or account management experience within an engineering business advantageous

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement desirable

Strong communication skills at all levels, both written and verbal

Good level of IT literacy

Flexible, proactive, and solutions-focused attitude

Benefits PackageSalary:Up to £60,000for an experiencedCommercial Manager but c£40k for a Commercial Engineer / Estimator (possible flexibility dependent on experience) Approx. 39-hour working weekHolidays:23 days + 8 bank holidaysPension: 4% matched scheme (post-probation 3 months)

To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson ABJ6470, and call on 0203 9093782, 07814547440 or reply via email, entering the job title and reference code in the subject field to

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