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Vacancy title
Commercial Manager
Ref
30668
Business unit
UK | APT Skidata
Location
Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
Salary
£Competitive
Closing date
18/08/2025
Description

Shape the future of access with APT Skidata! As the exclusive UK supplier of SKIDATA's car access control, we provide seamless, secure solutions for car parks, airports, and venues nationwide. We offer cutting-edge tech and local expertise. Join our dynamic team and make a real impact on how people move!  

What you will do 
As the APT-Skidata business expands, we have a great opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join the Smart Charging/Car Access & Parking Solutions business, based in the Hemel Hamstead.  

  • Using your analytical mind and strong communication skills to liaise with Sales teams, review contracts, agreements and bid opportunities and offering your professional opinion and sculpting a plan/path forward to execute.   
  • Enhancing the focus and detail on quotations and tenders and leading the team as they respond to all Bid Request.   
  • Negotiate contracts with customers and suppliers and determine business terms – i.e. Safety lead-time, cost and quality objectives. Delivering savings and performance improvements.   

 

What we are looking for

  • Proven experience in Commercial Procurement or Sales – no previous experience required in the Car access/Parking industry.   
  • Commercial engagement skills including Contract drafting, negotiation and review, along with excellent Negotiation/Supplier Management skills. 
  • Reporting and Presentation skills allowing you to share progress and amendments with the Senior Leadership Team.   
  • Any Training/Experience in some project/sales management –Construction or Civil Works/Manufacturing would be advantageous.   

What we offer 

As well as providing a competitive salary and benefits package, SWARCO/APT Skidata actively runs employee opinion surveys as part of our drive to provide a comfortable and supportive working environment. We will support your development, and you will also receive:  

  • Competitive compensation package 
  • Generous employer pension contributions  
  • 25 days holiday rising to 28 days ex. bank holidays, and the option to purchase holiday. 
  • Perkbox – Discount Scheme  
  • Employee Assistance Programme  
  • Additional Day (Birthday) 
  • Life assurance   

Interested? Apply Now! 
Please apply by clicking the link below and sharing your details. 

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to interview and appoint before any advertised closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. 
  • Right to Work: All employees must be eligible to live and work in the UK by their start date. We are an equal opportunities employer. 
  • Agencies: We only work with agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Please respect our existing relationships. Unsolicited CVs will not incur payment. 

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