Commercial Director - Arriva London

Arriva London

London, United Kingdom
Secure and retain transport for london route contracts
Manage complex industrial relations with unite union
Utilize optibus scheduling systems for network planning
The role is responsible for defining and delivering the commercial strategy to secure and maximize route contracts with Transport for London

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for defining and delivering the commercial strategy to secure and maximize route contracts with Transport for London.
  • As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the incumbent will lead the Commercial, Scheduling, and iBus teams while ensuring operational excellence.
  • Strong constructive relationships with Unite the Union are required to manage complex industrial relations matters effectively.

Matching Summary

The role is responsible for defining and delivering the commercial strategy to secure and maximize route contracts with Transport for London.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Secure and retain Transport for London route contracts
  • Manage complex industrial relations with Unite Union
  • Utilize Optibus scheduling systems for network planning
  • Drive Quality Incentive Contract performance metrics
  • Lead Commercial, Scheduling, and iBus teams

Nice-to-have

  • Foster culture of accountability and continuous improvement
  • Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives
  • Demonstrate visible leadership in health and safety standards
  • Translate data insights into strategic commercial decisions
  • Build strong cross-functional collaboration across departments

Key Requirements

  • Senior commercial leader experience in regulated environments
  • Proven track record securing major contracts or tenders
  • Executive or board level strategic decision-making experience
  • Experience managing complex unionized industrial relations
  • Statutory Director responsibilities capability

Work Rights

Not specified

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