Contracts Manager - Commercial Service - CHP/Gas Engines in Knowsley

We are looking for a commercially sharp and driven Contracts Manager to join our Service Commercial Team, supporting the continued growth of Clarke Energy’s aftermarket service business.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive aftermarket service revenue and margin growth through the development and negotiation of robust, risk‑managed commercial contracts.
• Manage a pipeline of new and existing opportunities, including maintenance agreements, parts supply contracts, and transactional service work.
• Lead commercial discussions and contract negotiations, acting as the primary point of contact for customers.
• Review and negotiate contract terms and conditions in collaboration with Commercial and Legal teams, ensuring risks are clearly identified and mitigated.
• Take ownership of pricing strategies for maintenance contracts, including duration, commercial structure, and contractual terms.
• Provide clear and practical commercial guidance to internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Identify, assess, and communicate contractual risks such as performance guarantees, liquidated damages, liabilities, and compliance obligations.
• Build strong market awareness, tracking competitor activity, customer trends, and emerging opportunities.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure service delivery requirements are accurately reflected in contracts.
• Maintain full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in commercial contract negotiation and management, ideally within engineering or technical services.
• Strong commercial acumen, with experience selling or supporting service‑based or engineering solutions.
• Solid understanding of contract law principles and their commercial implications.
• Degree or HND/HNC in a relevant field (Business, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, or similar).
• Strong IT skills across Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and identify commercial opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• A credible and professional operator with a strong sense of accountability.
• Excellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Confident communicator who builds strong cross‑functional relationships.
• Resilient and detail‑focused, performing well in fast‑paced environments.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and challenge.
• Flexible and adaptable, committed to delivering business results.

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to engineering service operations or aftermarket environments within gas engine/CHP sector.
• Familiarity with service contract models and lifecycle management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday (increasing with service) plus buy/sell scheme.
• Generous car allowance.
• 7% employer pension contribution.
• Health care cash plan and life assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Hybrid working options.
• Reward and recognition programmes.
• Ongoing development and investment in your career.
• Access to our in‑house certified training department.

Clarke is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities without regard to any characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.