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Veolia | UK · 2 months ago

Commercial Strategy Manager

Field Based

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

Veolia UK is committed to ecological transformation and is seeking a Commercial Strategy Manager to lead their commercial innovation strategy. This role involves managing a dedicated team to drive sustainability initiatives and build strong partnerships with customers and stakeholders.

Developer PlatformEnergyEnergy ManagementEnvironmental ConsultingInnovation ManagementWaste ManagementWater Purification

Responsibilities

Lead and develop high-performing teams across strategy and innovation functions (3-8 direct reports)

Drive commercial innovation strategy through innovative solutions and disruptive thinking across the Commercial business unit, engaging with key senior stakeholders and external support functions to ensure a streamlined and successful solutions

Manage strategic projects and programs, ensuring alignment with overall Commercial strategy

Build strong relationships with customers and senior stakeholders, establishing trusted partnerships

Identify commercial and environmental innovation opportunities, creating value-creation opportunities

Deliver projects supporting Net Zero and decarbonisation journeys for Veolia and customers

Develop commercial offerings contributing to customers' sustainability targets

Partner with academic institutions and research partners to advance knowledge

Champion Veolia's values and purpose across the organisation and industry

Qualification

Commercial strategyAnalytical skillsLeadershipEcological TransformationCommercial acumenProject ManagementChange managementStakeholder engagementLean Six SigmaPRINCE2 knowledgeIOSH certificationRelationship buildingCreative thinkingTeam management

Required

Experienced leader with demonstrable track record of leading high-performance, cross-functional teams, with significant experience leading transformation and change

Strategic thinker who is solution-focused and creative, with ability to implement and embed strategy

Ability to build relationships and influence at senior leadership level, with extensive experience leading across large matrixed environments

Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines, with high levels of commercial acumen and be able to work with a high level of autonomy

Exceptional analytical skills for identifying challenges and providing long-term strategic insights

High levels of industry knowledge and commercial acumen, with in-depth understanding of Ecological Transformation

IOSH Managing Safely certification

Level 5 Leadership & Management or equivalent work experience