Senior Commercial Manager, Sports Medicine

Smith+Nephew

Senior Commercial Manager managing strategic NHS accounts across the South East and South West UK. Drive growth and foster partnerships while navigating complex negotiations.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeBristol • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take ownership of strategically critical NHS accounts across the South East and South West of the UK
Drive growth and shape long term partnerships
Identify and unlock opportunities within key accounts
Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders
Guide conversations from early engagement through to contract negotiation and agreement
Support the development of responses to high profile tenders and framework agreements
Work cross functionally to bring together compelling, value driven proposals
Define how to approach upcoming opportunities
Share insights and build capability within the wider commercial team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience working within the NHS or healthcare commercial environment
Strong track record of leading complex negotiations and closing high value deals
Ability to navigate tender processes and contribute to compelling commercial proposals
Confidence influencing senior stakeholders and shaping long term account strategies
Travel: Up to 75% field based within your region

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes
Save As You Earn share options
Flexible Vacation and Time Off
Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours
Private Health and Dental plans
Healthcare Cash Plans
Income Protection
Life Assurance
Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs
Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes

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Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingStrategic ThinkingCross-Functional Collaboration