Commercial Manager- Europe/UK

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.

Our Footprint

We are primed for the Energy Transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet peaking-power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 900,000 sq. ft of facilities and equipment, including the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot in North America and a hydrogen-ready string-test facility that enables full-speed, full-load testing. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own peaking-power installations.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess the specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

The Commercial Manager (CM) reports to the Commercial Operations Director and receives strategic and technical direction from assigned Lines of Businesses (LOB) Managers. The CM works closely with the LOB and Sales team to analyse an opportunity’s requirements, assist in determining its winning bid strategy, assign and drive completion of bid responsibilities, evaluate risks, determine market pricing, and run costing and cash flow models to create bids that satisfy the customers’ bid requirements while achieving PROENERGY’s internal requirements for margin and execution. This position is supported by the Sales team, Business Leaders and LOBs to ensure proper scope, costing, pricing, and strategic application throughout the commercial process. The CM will serve as a recognized expert and trusted advisor on LM6000 and LM2500 gas turbine field and depot level repairs to support both internal and external customers.

Reports To: Director Commercial Operations

Work Location: Europe/UK

Position Responsibilities

Define and assess work scope requirements for the repair and maintenance of LM6000 and LM2500 gas turbine modules and components to restore performance and extend operational life, ensuring safe and efficient equipment functionality.
Collaborate with sales and internal stakeholders to develop field service and depot cost and pricing models for LM6000 and LM2500 proposals.
Editing and proofreading skills are imperative along with the ability to work to a deadline.
Deliver technical support to sales and commercial managers by preparing detailed technical work scopes for inclusion in customer proposals.
Provide technical and commercial expertise during strategy sessions, proposal development, customer presentations, and negotiations for assigned opportunities.
Lead the development of customer proposals, including drafting proposal documents, building cost models, managing CRM opportunities, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure proposal accuracy and integrity.
Coordinate with PROENERGY depots and sourcing teams to schedule work efficiently, ensuring optimal allocation of parts and labour.
Demonstrate flexibility and a proactive approach to undertaking additional tasks as required to meet evolving business needs.
Maintain and update proposal data within the Commercial Sales CRM application to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
Conduct thorough contract reviews to identify and mitigate technical and commercial risks.
Advocate for customer-centric solutions that address commercial concerns and enhance bid competitiveness.
Establish preliminary project schedules and define inputs necessary for the development of comprehensive project timelines by Lines of Business (LOB).
Analyse and tailor project cash flow models to optimise payment milestone structures.
Support project handovers following bid awards to ensure a seamless transition to execution teams.
Compile reference materials, experience summaries, and supplemental documentation to support proposals.
Manage internal and external communication of bid documents to ensure alignment and transparency.
Ensure strict adherence to PROENERGY’s commercial policies, procedures, and industry best practices.

Required Qualifications

A Degree in Business or related field, or 5+ years direct work experience in a Sales Account management capacity, including skills required to create, maintain, and enhance customer relationships
Must have a good understanding of gas turbine fundamentals
The ability to speak multiple European languages would be an advantage, fluent in English written and oral is a requirement
Must exhibit high levels of initiative
Must have full clean UK / European driving license and valid passport
Experience of working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential
Manages stressful situations and deadline pressures well
Plans and carries out responsibilities with minimal direction
UK / European work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa

Desired Qualifications

10+ years of working experience specifically with LM6000 and/or LM2500 gas turbines.
Previous experience in the power or energy industry, industrial utilities and or Oil & Gas markets.
Previous Operations and Maintenance (O&M) experience with LM6000 and/or LM2500 gas turbines.
Previous Field Engineering or Technical Advisor experience, previous project management experience.
Strong English language, written and oral communication skills.
Working knowledge of mechanical systems (fuel, water, oil, and air), electrical systems and or control systems (Woodward, Speedtronic, and Allen Bradley).
Ability to read technical drawings (fabrication drawings, P&ID, schematics, etc.).
Strong process discipline with sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience leading projects involving multi-disciplinary teams, ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
Demonstrated team player, creative, out of the box thinker, proven interpersonal skills.
Self-starter with initiative, understanding objectives and demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion.
Previous experience responding to RFP’s & Tenders is preferred.
Ability to facilitate meetings and use input from sales accounts managers, business leaders and the PROENERGY execution teams to determine the best proposal solutions for customers.

Desired Work Skills & Traits

Proficient in the use of Adobe Acrobat Professional.
Excellent document formatting proficiency in MS Word and proficiency with MS Office.
Demonstrated proficiency in business letter writing and formal report writing.
Thorough understanding of proper English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to respectfully respond to requests and inquiries from the general public in person and over the telephone.
Ability to analyse and resolve problems in a logical and effective manner.
Proven ability to conduct business research, synthesize and analyze data, and produce clear, concise, and accurate reports on complex topics.

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

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