Published: July 26, 2024 - The Commercial Associate oversees the launch and code creation of new products, collaborates with the International Marketing Associate for asset and description requirements, and maintains an inventory tracker to ensure a healthy trade state. Develops tools for tracking retail sales and databases in partnership with the Commercial Manager, analyzes retail performance to identify growth drivers, and reports findings to senior management. Facilitates retailer meetings, consolidates materials for quarterly business reviews, leads monthly reports for the international team, and provides administrative support to the team.
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1. Commercial Associate, Communications Hub, Las Vegas, NV
- Support relationship management in day to day account maintenance as well as account planning and execution
- Receive firsthand training from experienced relationship managers on negotiation, pricing, and account strategy decisions
- Provide best-in-class client service in order to expand user adoption, further integrate services into client workflow, and ensure a high level of client satisfaction
- Deliver client training (on-site or via WebEx) on product functionality and new releases specific to user job function and gather client feedback to support product enhancements
- Research market and customer developments and trends, review quarterly client results, and report findings to Relationship Managers
- Monitor product usage and develop account profiles including geographic/departmental presence, relationship history and business interests to help develop renewal proposals and identify upsell opportunities
- Liaising with buyers and planners to ascertain purchase order information and ensuring that it is recorded accurately
- Ensuring all relevant accounting reports including category invoices, check reports and daily claims are recorded and up to date on a daily/weekly basis
- Carrying out all preliminary checks on invoices, ensuring expected costs are still accurate, querying any differences, and investigating and amending any anomalies
- Maintaining open communication with all internal and external customers and highlighting any potential issues to the Senior Buyer/Management Accountant
- Liaise with Accounts Payable to ensure any additional charges are applied to the PO once the charge information is agreed by the Buyer
- Relationship Management (Soft Skills)
- Negotiation and Pricing (Hard Skills)
- Client Service Excellence (Soft Skills)
- Client Training and Support (Soft Skills)
- Market Research and Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Product Usage Monitoring and Account Profiling (Hard Skills)
- Accurate Order Processing and Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Cross-Functional Communication (Soft Skills)
2. Commercial Associate, Healthcare Solutions, Tampa, FL
Job Summary:
- Manage customer order activity through the entire fulfillment cycle from start to finish
- Take ownership that customer orders are processed quickly and are compliant with individual customer requirements
- Maintain excellent written and verbal communication with customers and all partners throughout the process
- Respond to customer inquiries, research, and follow-up on shipment status
- Manage RTVs, shipping discrepancies, past dues and expedites, as well as any quality issues
- Develop strong partnership with warehouse teams to resolve any issues on deployment
- Work with Commercial Manager to maintain clean and updated order forms for each account
- Ensure each retailer is aware of any out of stocks and discontinued items
- Review credit note requests and submit for approval
- Maintain PO, invoice, credit notes and RTV trackers
- Manage semi-annual registration process for new launches for account
Skills on Resume:
- Order Management (Hard Skills)
- Customer Communication (Soft Skills)
- Problem Resolution (Soft Skills)
- Cross-Functional Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Inventory and Product Awareness (Hard Skills)
- Documentation Management (Hard Skills)
- Process Management (Hard Skills)
- Attention to Detail (Soft Skills)
3. Commercial Associate, Marketing Experts, Minneapolis, MN
Job Summary:
- Manage new product launch/code creation process
- Work with the International Marketing Associate on all asset and description needs
- Manage stock build/inventory tracker and share regular updates to ensure healthy state of trade
- Partner with Commercial Manager to develop retail sales tracking tool and database
- Analyze retail performance at granular level to understand key drivers and building blocks for future growth, share learnings to team
- Develop reports on retail performance for regular updates to senior management
- Facilitate retailer visits and meetings (both in-person and virtual)
- Consolidate materials for quarterly business reviews with senior management
- Lead monthly International team report for senior management
- Support team with administration support
Skills on Resume:
- Project Management (Hard Skills)
- Marketing Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
- Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Stakeholder Engagement (Soft Skills)
- Tool Development (Hard Skills)
- Administrative Support (Soft Skills)
4. Commercial Associate, Energy Plus, Houston, TX
Job Summary:
- Maintaining and updating customer records
- Assisting sales team in handling client management, by introducing the general product, documenting the agreements, and other administrative task
- Preparing the sales related documents and liaising with different teams, eg: legal, etc
- Compiling and organizing sales related documents records
- Weekly reporting and analyzing for the sales teams to prioritize the leads
- Contributing in customer success special projects to drive business growth.
- Supporting team to meet quarterly ride targets & tracking of sales budget spend & business performance.
- Using tools for data preparation (e.g. Excel, PowerPoint), and comfortable with data.
- Manage / monitor the performance of partners in the region
- Manage financial processes on the local level
- Conduct competitor analysis and data analysis on performance
- Maintain a high-profile Tier Mobility presence in the market place and create long-term commercial partnerships
Skills on Resume:
- Customer Relationship Management (Soft Skills)
- Administrative and Organizational Skills (Hard Skills)
- Reporting and Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Project Management and Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Performance Monitoring (Hard Skills)
- Competitor and Market Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Communication and Liaison Skills (Soft Skills)
- Sales and Business Development (Hard Skills)
5. Commercial Associate, Global Tech, Washington, DC
Job Summary:
- Use and refer to client's data to produce reports and KPIs for various teams
- Assist in processing completed works assessments by reference to property handover packs and applicable contract rates and prices.
- Liaise with contract managers, operations managers and external contractors to ensure that all necessary pricing information is received in a prompt, clear and comprehensive way.
- Assist in processing pricing requests including cost floors and leaseholder information.
- Process invoices via clients EBIS payments system
- Liaise with other teams to assess validity of such invoices and further liaison with the accounts department to ensure that suppliers are paid in accordance with client's terms.
- Work closely with Commercial staff, and periodically assist with other general administrative tasks connected with the role.
- Work with other teams to update relevant databases and ensure accurate property data is recorded
- Assist in monthly budget monitoring, reporting variances to relevant managers
- Provide department administrative support which includes client correspondence, data input in SAP system and approval procedures follow up.
- Provide daily support to manager and executives for per-market conferences preparation (including editorial information collating, sourcing clips and promos).
- Undertaking research projects on programme and market information
Skills on Resume:
- Data Analysis & Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Contract Management & Pricing (Hard Skills)
- Communication & Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Invoice Processing & Payment Systems (Hard Skills)
- Administrative Support & Database Management (Hard Skills)
- Budget Monitoring & Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Client & Internal Communication (Soft Skills)
- Research & Conference Preparation (Hard Skills)
6. Commercial Associate, Logistics Worldwide, Phoenix, AZ
Job Summary:
- Implement and maintain procedures and office administrative systems
- Organize company events or conferences together with communication colleagues.
- Follow-up on a variety of suppliers, from ordering to invoicing
- Undertake the tasks of receiving calls, taking messages, and routing correspondence
- Maintain diary, arrange meetings and appointments, and provide reminders
- Make travel arrangements and handle expense reporting
- Monitor office supplies and research advantageous deals or suppliers
- Produce reports, presentations, and briefs
- Develop and carry out an efficient documentation and filing system
- Coordinate space and office organization
- Assist with other work that is within the responsibilities of the assistants in the overall Galapagos task pool and participate in cross-coverage needs.
Skills on Resume:
- Administrative Efficiency (Hard Skills)
- Event Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Supplier Management (Hard Skills)
- Communication Skills (Soft Skills)
- Travel and Expense Management (Hard Skills)
- Office Supplies Management (Hard Skills)
- Reporting and Presentation (Hard Skills)
- Documentation and Filing (Hard Skills)
7. Commercial Associate, Global Tech, Washington, DC
Job Summary:
- Assist in the management of the day-to-day commercial aspects of contracts in accordance with the requirements of the Guide to Railway Investment Projects (GRIP) and other corporate guidelines.
- Provide contractual advice and interpretation to project team.
- Support the project team in the review and negotiation of NOC's and act as central point for managing Target Cost, NOC, Risk and Actual Cost information.
- Ensure all contract documents are to Colas Rail Limited standards and meet the requirements of the project programme.
- Input into project financial reporting and change control
- Assist with rigorous financial control of projects, including change management.
- Provide support such that contract variations and claims are validated and progressed in accordance with Colas Rail Limited procedures.
- Assist with production of tender and contractual documentation to meet the project and procurement programmes.
- Provide cost management support to the tender evaluation process.
- Advise project team on contractual and commercial issues during implementation of projects.
Skills on Resume:
- Contract Management (Hard Skills)
- Contractual Advice and Interpretation (Hard Skills)
- Negotiation Skills (Soft Skills)
- Document Management (Hard Skills)
- Financial Reporting and Change Control (Hard Skills)
- Financial Control and Change Management (Hard Skills)
- Tender and Contractual Documentation (Hard Skills)
- Cost Management Support (Hard Skills)
8. Commercial Associate, Logistics Worldwide, Phoenix, AZ
Job Summary:
- Refer issues to Commercial and Delivery Managers
- Ensure that all data related to contracts is correctly input into the Colas Rail Limited project management reporting system.
- Provide assistance in the preparation of project budgets / forecasts / cash flows and other financial reports by the Commercial Manager including tenders for both domestic and enhancement works
- Liaise with the Management Accountants in preparation of Actual Cost Data in accordance with the requirements of the Contract.
- Provide commercial support to other projects
- Provide other commercial support as directed by the Commercial Manager.
- Maintain and input accurate timely information to meet the demands of the contract.
- Ensure that all monies committed are in line with the budget allowance, ensure compliance with change control process.
- Proactively assist with instilling commercial awareness throughout the Colas Rail Limited
- Deputising for the Commercial Executive during leave periods
- Support on ad hoc jobs (including analysis of information provided).
Skills on Resume:
- Contract Management (Hard Skills)
- Financial Reporting and Budgeting (Hard Skills)
- Data Management and Accuracy (Hard Skills)
- Commercial Awareness (Soft Skills)
- Liaison and Communication (Soft Skills)
- Analytical Skills (Hard Skills)
- Project Support and Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Leadership and Deputization (Soft Skills)
9. Commercial Associate, Construction Co., Atlanta, GA
Job Summary:
- Reporting to the Commercial Manager and responsible for overseeing the commercial aspects of high volume, low-value telecoms projects.
- Submitting applications for payment whilst working off a schedule of rates.
- Provide commercial input including financial and contractual performance forecasts to the contract management team
- Helping ensure business targets and KPI's are exceeded and that problems are identified and resolved at an early stage.
- Ensuring that commercial and administrative systems, budgets and cost control procedures are utilised.
- Taking responsibility to ensure that accurate records are kept and full entitlement under the contract is achieved and managing the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts.
- Report to the Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager
- Commitment to excellence and offering maximum flexibility in supporting a Commercial Manager/Project Manager, or team of Managers across the full spectrum of commercial and administrative functions.
- Assisting the commercial and operational team to comply with all Commercial and administration processes and procedures whilst ensuring a successful project outcome.
- Develop a full knowledge of commercial processes and procedures on projects and apply best practices and continuous improvement approach to maximize returns in terms of profit.
Skills on Resume:
- Contract Management (Hard Skills)
- Financial Forecasting and Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Cost Control and Budget Management (Hard Skills)
- Project Coordination and Problem Resolution (Soft Skills)
- Administrative Procedures and Systems (Hard Skills)
- Stakeholder Communication and Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Process Improvement and Best Practices (Hard Skills)
- Flexibility and Support (Soft Skills)
10. Commercial Associate, Food and Beverages Ltd., Denver, CO
Job Summary:
- Maintain and create commercial records
- Manage sub-contractors, including payments, orders, insurances
- Assist with cost capture and reporting, including to senior team members
- Assist with contract drafting and administration
- Undertake project administration and record keeping
- Interact with other project disciplines for timely recording of information
- Handle inquiries and assist in resolving customer concerns
- Take order bookings and ensure that order throughput is managed in a timely fashion
- Prepare customer invoices and liaise with customer for timely payments
- Log enquiries through system and ensure that these are actioned by relevant member of team
- Liaise with other members of Aftermarket team on a regular basis for updates and closure to enquiries
- Liaise with other key internal departments such as Finance and Shipping
Skills on Resume:
- Project Administration and Record Keeping (Hard Skills)
- Contract Drafting and Administration (Hard Skills)
- Cost Capture and Reporting (Hard Skills)
- Sub-Contractor Management (Hard Skills)
- Customer Service and Inquiry Handling (Soft Skills)
- Interdepartmental Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Invoice Preparation and Management (Hard Skills)
- System and Workflow Management (Hard Skills)
11. Commercial Associate, Software Systems, San Jose, CA
Job Summary:
- Set up timesheets from information database
- Manage report preparation in MS Excel for use in the teams
- Contribute to revenue forecasting and recognition processes across groups
- Assist with process change and improvement
- Manage data purchases and transactions (internally and externally)
- Complete, sales databases for escalating projects
- Contribute to internal and external meetings where necessary
- Assist in contract, pricing, proposal production
- Assist in invoicing and managing project funds delivering timely revenue collection
- Ensure the deployment of local projects & initiatives
- Coordinate events in relation with external and internal stakeholders
- Prospect the market for potential partnerships in the cities together with regional managers
Skills on Resume:
- Data Management and Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Revenue Forecasting and Recognition (Hard Skills)
- Process Improvement (Hard Skills)
- Report Preparation and MS Excel Proficiency (Hard Skills)
- Contract and Proposal Management (Hard Skills)
- Event Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Market Research and Partnership Development (Hard Skills)
- Communication and Meeting Facilitation (Soft Skills)
12. Commercial Associate, Property Managers, Philadelphia, PA
Job Summary:
- Coordinate shipping settlements while ensuring that contents are correct and in compliance with the relevant contracts, and monitor receipt of payments.
- Prepare, where applicable, quarterly/annual business and operational reports.
- Arrange insurance cover required for the vessels in accordance with internal procedures.
- Coordinate other commercial activities required in relation to relevant shipping contracts.
- Monitor noon report for compliance with TCP and the Charterer's voyage instructions.
- Monitor fuel and boil-off performance of the vessels in close coordination and support from the Ship Management Team to ensure compliance with TCP and protect the owner's interest from any potential claims.
- Carry out, when required, ashore commercial briefings for ship officers.
- Manage and keep an effective filing system for updated operational records.
- Carry out general administration duties such as covering incoming telephone calls, attending to visitors, and arranging meeting rooms.
- Carry out other general duties for activities related to the job description.
- Support on business development activities
- Learn and implement the Safety Leadership Behaviours in the day-to-day work environment and drive collaboration regardless of title, rank, and nationality.
Skills on Resume:
- Shipping Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Reporting and Documentation (Hard Skills)
- Insurance Management (Hard Skills)
- Commercial Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Performance Monitoring (Hard Skills)
- Communication and Briefings (Soft Skills)
- Business Development Support (Soft Skills)
- Safety Leadership and Collaboration (Soft Skills)