Commercial General Manager

Job Title: Commercial General Manager

Location: Outskirts of York
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experienceVanhool EX
Hours: Full-time, flexibility required (7-day operation)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Commercial General Manager to take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management, strategic growth, and commercial success of our well-established coach operation based on the outskirts of York.

With a fleet of over 160 vehicles, our business provides a range of services including commercial contracts, private hire, and bespoke travel solutions. This is a senior leadership role requiring a hands-on, commercially minded individual with strong people management skills and the ability to drive operational excellence across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Management:
    Provide strategic and operational leadership across all departments, including Operations, Maintenance, Sales, Accounts, and Compliance.
    Oversee a large and diverse workforce, ensuring effective communication, motivation, and performance management.
  • Commercial Management:
    Drive growth of the private hire and contract services, maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities.
    Negotiate and manage key commercial contracts to ensure profitability and long-term sustainability.
  • Operational Oversight:
    Ensure the efficient and safe daily operation of a 160-vehicle fleet.
    Oversee compliance with all relevant legislation, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Financial Performance:
    Work closely with the Accounts department to manage budgets, monitor financial performance, and deliver strong commercial results.
    Identify areas for efficiency improvement and cost control without compromising service quality.
  • Strategic Development:
    Support the long-term business plan through innovation, market awareness, and process improvement.
    Represent the company externally, promoting a positive and professional image at all times.

Person Specification

Essential:

  • Proven experience in a senior commercial or operational management role.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple departments.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and financial acumen.
  • Ability to manage complex logistics and operations in a time-sensitive environment.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills.
  • Flexibility to work across a 7-day operation as required.

Desirable:

  • Background or experience in the coach, transport, or logistics industry.
  • Knowledge of transport compliance and safety legislation (CPC qualification advantageous).

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to lead a respected and growing SME transport business that sits within a large PLC
  • Supportive working environment with scope for professional development

York Pullman Bus Company Limited is an equal opportunities employer.

It is the policy of York Pullman Bus Company Limited to provide equal opportunities for the development and advancement of all employees, including training and promotion, and not to discriminate against any person because of disability, race, nationality, gender, religion, marital status, or for any other reason.

To apply or for more information please either call 01904 622992, email us your details together with an up-to-date CV to recruitment@yorkpullmanbus.co.uk or download and complete an application form here.  

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