Commercial Manager (In-Life)
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Job Details
Role title: Commercial Manager (In-Life)
Function: VBI Commercial Operations
Department: Vodafone Business International (VBI)
Location: UK / Europe
What you'll do
Role purpose:
To manage the commercial relationship with one/two of VBI largest strategic accounts managing contracts with combined TCV up to €50M pa. Accountable for ensuring VBI is delivering on all of its contractual obligations on these accounts, and for delivering incremental value for these customers and for VBI.
Key accountabilities and decision ownership:
• Accountable for execution of all of VBI's commercial contractual obligations over the life of the contract
• Seen by customer and VBI leadership as strategic advisor to key stakeholders. Produce internal executive briefings on commercial performance of managed accounts and recommendations on how to grow value in accounts and differentiate VBI from competition.
• Manage senior stakeholders in case of potential or actual escalation (management briefings, presentation, costs analysis, options / recommendations)
• Collaborate with relevant counterparts in Sales, Legal, Solution, and OpCos' organisations to maximise profitability of the managed accounts
Who you are
Core competencies, knowledge and experience:
• Excellent relationship builder, with the necessary personal impact to build credibility with customers, account and senior Sales managers
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, at a senior level with customers and internally
• Significant experience of developing and negotiating compelling commercial propositions and/or managing complex telco/outsource contracts
• Demonstrable knowledge of Commercial Contractual issues affecting global bids and their impact on VBI
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment and can demonstrate an ability to deliver though others
Must have technical / professional qualifications:
N/A
Not a perfect fit?
Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.
What's in it for you
We want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we support this, including hybrid working and generous parental leave. You'll also get four Spirit Days a year to focus on your personal development and wellbeing, plus a host of other great benefits too.
Who we are
You may have already heard of Vodafone - We're a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.
As part of our global family, whether that's Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you'll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.
Together we can.
Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.