Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager

Industry: Ship Repair

Location: Rotterdam area (Netherlands)

Languages Required: Dutch & English

We are working with a dynamic, fast-growing maritime services organization operating worldwide across ship repair, heavy offshore, and luxury vessels. The company provides a wide range of services, from small repairs and system renewals to full project management and ship upgrades. Their teams operate from multiple hubs and are dedicated to getting ships back in operation quickly and efficiently.

This is a world of 24/7 service where trust, collaboration, and teamwork are at the core of every mission. The company values energetic, ambitious professionals who are motivated by challenges, travel, and working in a hands-on environment.

Purpose of the role:

The Commercial Manager will be responsible for driving and executing the commercial strategy for the business. This includes identifying new business opportunities, improving processes, expanding service offerings, and leading a small commercial team as it grows. The role is part of the Management Team and contributes directly to strategic decision-making.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement commercial growth strategies.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and threats.
• Expand and improve service offerings and products.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Oversee marketing initiatives and campaigns.
• Report commercial performance and progress to senior management.
• Lead, motivate, and support the sales and commercial team.
• Manage budgets for sales and marketing activities.
• Conduct contract negotiations with new and existing clients.

Required skills and competencies:

• Fluent in Dutch and English (both written and spoken)
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Commercially focused and result-driven mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.

Education and experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a commercial role, ideally in maritime, offshore, or related technical services.

If you are ambitious, enjoy hands-on commercial challenges, and want to grow with a rapidly expanding international maritime business, this is the opportunity for you.