Commercial Manager in UAE

Do you have strong experience driving commercial strategy, managing contracts, and maximizing profitability? We’re looking for a Commercial Manager in the UAE who can lead pricing, cost control, contract negotiations, budgeting, and growth initiatives. This high-responsibility role requires strategic thinking, financial acumen, and leadership skills.

About the Company

Welcome to Ignite, where talent meets opportunity. At Ignite, we are more than just a recruitment & immigration agency; we are your strategic partner in building exceptional teams that drive success. At Ignite our mission is clear – to ignite potential, fuel growth, and foster success by bringing together the right talent and the right opportunities. We strive to be the catalyst for transformative career journeys.

Job Overview

• Location: UAE (Dubai / Abu Dhabi or as specified)

• Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

• Department: Commercial / Contracts / Finance & Sales Interface

• Reports To: Director of Commercial / CFO / General Manager

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance / Business / Engineering; advanced degree or certifications preferred

• Experience: 8-12+ years in commercial management, contract negotiation, cost estimation & profit management

• Gender: Open

Role – Commercial Manager

You will oversee the commercial aspects of the business: managing contracts, pricing, cost control, budgeting, cash flow, margin improvement, and ensuring compliance with commercial policies. You’ll work closely with project teams, finance, sales, and operations to optimize revenue while maintaining quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage commercial strategy, pricing models, and margin targets.

• Negotiate contracts with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.

• Oversee cost control, cost estimation, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance monitoring.

• Ensure compliance with company commercial policies, risk mitigation, contractual obligations.

• Track market trends, competitor pricing to adjust strategic positioning.

• Collaborate with project / operations teams for commercial input and to manage scope changes or claims.

• Lead team of commercial analysts / contract specialists.

• Prepare commercial reports, dashboards, and present to senior leadership.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or similar. MBA or professional commercial certifications are a plus.

• 8-12+ years of experience in commercial contract roles; experience in UAE or GCC preferred.

• Strong skills in contract drafting, negotiation, risk management.

• Excellent understanding of cost control, financial metrics, budgeting, margin management.

• Ability to lead teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders.

• Strong communication, negotiation, analytical skills.

Salary & Market Insight

• Market data shows average salaries for Commercial Managers in UAE are around AED 40,000-45,000/month, depending on seniority, industry, company size, and specific responsibilities.

• Indeed reports average base around AED 13,000/month for commercial managers, but higher packages are common for senior roles.

• In Abu Dhabi, average for Commercial Managers is ~ AED 28,700/month among 5 yrs+ experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives / bonuses.

• Opportunity to lead commercial function in a respected company with large projects.

• Exposure to high-value contracts, strategic decision making.

• Likely benefits: health insurance, housing/transport allowance, visa, possibly share in profit or bonuses.

Location & Work Conditions

• Office-based in UAE; frequent collaboration with operations, finance, and project teams.

• Full-time role; possible travel depending on industry; may require out-of-hours work around contract deadlines or negotiations.

Growth & Career Path

• Potential to move up to Senior Commercial Manager, Head of Commercial, or Director of Contracts / Operations.

• Opportunity to take broader portfolios, higher value contracts, or regional commercial leadership roles.

How to Apply

Apply via the GulfTalent listing Commercial Manager (Ref: #507227). Make sure your application includes:

• CV highlighting your commercial / contracts experience, pricing & margin improvement achievements

• Examples of major contracts you negotiated or managed

• Financial metrics you’ve delivered (cost savings, margin improvement)

• Your preferred compensation & notice period

Apply Here –  Commercial Manager   | Al Ain UAE