Energy Power Resources Limited (EPRL) is the leading biomass renewable energy generator in the UK with a portfolio that includes three power stations in East Anglia, one in Scotland and one in North Lincolnshire. The power stations burn a variety of biomass fuels. Currently we are in the process of expanding our portfolio.

We now have an excellent opportunity for a COMMERCIAL MANAGER who can make a significant contribution to the planned growth of our established business, develop and maintain existing relationships, whilst delivering new opportunities.

Reporting to the CEO the key role of COMMERCIAL MANAGER will:

• Develop, agree and implement long term contract strategies for various fuel streams
• Identify and develop new fuel streams
• Manage day to day logistics and interface with fuel suppliers
• Develop a contact /relationship strategy for suppliers
• Develop a procurement strategy
• Prepare monthly and ad-hoc commercial reports
• Manage business risks and identify and deliver opportunities
• Ensuring maximum recovery of contractual entitlements whilst maintaining and enhancing working relationships with the Client and Subcontractors

In this key and exciting role you will lead a small operational team ensuring that EPRL optimises its fuel requirements (on a short term and long term basis), manage logistics, contract negotiations and procurement. In addition you will be involved with business development activities from the procurement phase through to commercial operations.

A background in procurement, commercial negotiations and logistics is essential. Applications are welcomed from COMMERCIAL MANAGERS with experience and a proven track record in managing critical logistics with a good knowledge of agricultural and/or waste markets.

You will have a relevant degree qualification, CIPS or equivalent and be able to demonstrate a proven track record in senior commercial roles preferably in the agriculture or waste sectors. Experience in contract management and strong commercial and financial acumen is a prerequisite as well as sound knowledge of contracts with strong negotiation skills.