Commercial Manager - Steel Stockholding

TW Perry; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel stockholder in the UK seeks a Commercial Manager to drive growth in strategic markets such as Defence, Offshore, and Infrastructure. You will collaborate with directors to implement sales strategies, manage a team, and represent the company at industry events. Candidates should have a strong commercial background and be adept at building client relationships. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits in a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and car allowance

Pension and executive benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a senior commercial or sales leadership role within the steel, engineering, or industrial sectors.
• Deep understanding of the MOD, offshore/renewables, marine, or infrastructure markets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with company goals.
• Lead business development across target sectors ensuring growth.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Relationship-building

Negotiation

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Job description

Commercial Manager - Steel Stockholding

The Sales Recruitment Network is seeking a dynamic Commercial Manager with a Steel, Engineering or Industrial background to lead growth in the following strategic markets: Ministry of Defence (MOD), Offshore and Renewable Energy, Marine, Building and Infrastructure.

Salary: £K Negotiable, Base salary plus Bonus, Car Allowance, Pension, Executive benefits. Ideal location: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Central Scotland.

Job Title

Commercial Manager Steel Stock holding

Package

£K Excellent Negotiable basic depending upon experience plus bonus, car allowance, pension, health, etc.

Area / Location

The role is Hybrid and can be based in the Central Belt of Scotland and working from home.

Brief job description

Commercial Manager Strategic Sectors

My Client is one of the UKs leading steel stockholders, renowned for their advanced plate processing capabilities and extensive inventory including over 10,000 tonnes of RMP plate and a comprehensive range of steel sections. They supply both stock and fully processed steel across the UK and Ireland, serving a wide range of industries.

They are now seeking a dynamic and results-driven Commercial Manager to lead growth in their key strategic markets:

• Ministry of Defence (MOD)
• Offshore & Renewable Energy
• Marine
• Building & Infrastructure

The Opportunity

This is a pivotal role within their senior leadership team. You will work closely with the Commercial Directors to shape and execute strategic sales plans that expand their customer base, strengthen market presence, and drive significant revenue growth. You will have Management responsibility for two members of the Scottish Sales Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with company goals and market opportunities.
• Lead business development efforts across target sectors, identifying and securing new opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, technical, and finance) to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform strategic decisions.
• Represent the Client at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings.

About You

• Proven track record in a senior commercial or sales leadership role within the steel, engineering, or industrial sectors.
• Deep understanding of the MOD, offshore/renewables, marine, or infrastructure markets.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and capitalise on growth opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, results-oriented approach.

Why Join my Client?

• Be part of a forward-thinking, well-established business with a strong reputation in the market.
• Work alongside an experienced and supportive commercial team.
• Play a key role in shaping the future of the Client business in high-growth sectors.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management
• Industries: Retail