At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-impact NHS partnerships and drive growth in Sports Medicine.
- Company: Smith+Nephew, a leader in innovative healthcare technology.
- Benefits: Generous bonuses, flexible work, health plans, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic role with up to 75% travel and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape regional strategies and make a real difference in healthcare.
- Qualifications: Experience in NHS or healthcare, strong negotiation skills, and stakeholder influence.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Overview
Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Naphew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
This is a unique opportunity to step into a high impact commercial role for our Sports Medicine business.
As Senior Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of strategically critical NHS accounts across the South East and South West of the UK, driving growth and shaping long term partnerships.
Navigating significant NHS contracting cycles, this role offers the chance to directly influence regional strategy and play a key part in some of our most important commercial opportunities.
This is a field-based role covering the South East to the South West of the UK, therefore you would be ideally located around the M4 corridor and neighbouring regions.
What will you be doing?
You will operate at the centre of complex, high value NHS partnerships, leading the commercial agenda across priority Trusts.
You will identify and unlock opportunities within key accounts, building strong relationships with senior stakeholders and guiding conversations from early engagement through to contract negotiation and agreement.
You will play a critical role in shaping regional strategies and ensuring we are positioned for success within key NHS contracting cycles.
A key part of your focus will be supporting the development of responses to high profile tenders and framework agreements, working cross functionally to bring together compelling, value driven proposals.
You will help define how we approach upcoming opportunities, ensuring we remain competitive while delivering meaningful outcomes for customers and patients.
Alongside your account responsibilities, you will support the wider commercial team by sharing insights and building capability, helping to strengthen our overall approach to the NHS landscape.
What will you need to be successful?
- Proven experience working within the NHS or healthcare commercial environment
- Strong track record of leading complex negotiations and closing high value deals
- Ability to navigate tender processes and contribute to compelling commercial proposals
- Confidence influencing senior stakeholders and shaping long term account strategies
- Travel
Up to 75% field based within your region.
Benefits
- You. Unlimited.
- We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve.
- Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging.
- Your Future: Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options.
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours.
- Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
- Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
- Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
- Extra Perks: Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts.
- Sales roles: Choose between a company car or a generous cash car allowance.
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Senior Commercial Manager (Sports Medicine) in Reading employer: Smith+Nephew
Smith+Nephew is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values flexibility and employee well-being. Located in Watford, the company provides comprehensive health plans, flexible working hours, and ample training opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to thrive in the medical device industry.
