Commercial Consultant

The Commercial Consultant will oversee the procurement and general accounting functions for the FM service. The role requires an individual who is analytical, with an eye for detail, strong commercial acumen, a sound appreciation of FM processes, and an understanding of local contract/property law. The successful candidate should be able to build and maintain positive business relationships with contractors, vendors and the customer.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the customer in the development of a procurement strategy, and ensure all procurement is executed inline with that strategy.
• Identify and reporting on any added-value opportunities.
• Working with other team managers to prepare tender invitations and analysing the incoming financial proposals.
• Performing risk and value management.
• Negotiate best -value provision of services, materials and equipment.
• Arranging payment for completed works and service provided.
• Prepare and monitor operating budgets, forecast cash-flow positions for the customer approval.
• Generally, ensure funds are available to meet ongoing operational needs as agreed.
• Work within the agreed customer policies and strategies, with cognizance of international good practice frameworks, to deliver a risk mitigated, best value FM service.

Requirements:

• 7 years of experience in FM finance.
• Masters in Finance.