Commercial Operations Specialist

What the work is

About the Role Weatherford is seeking a Commercial Operations Specialist for a full-time position. This role is central to delivering high-quality tender and proposal submissions, managing technical and commercial inputs, and overseeing contract management activities from handover to close-out. The specialist will ensure all submissions comply with company policies and client requirements, playing a key role in the commercial and administrative aspects of contracts. Key Responsibilities Prepare tenders, proposals, and pre-qualification responses, covering technical, commercial, and contractual aspects. Collaborate with Product Line and Commercial teams to develop proposals that enhance Weatherford's competitive and financial standing. Ensure all proposals adhere to company brand guidelines, customer specifications, and internal quality standards. Manage the entire timeline for proposal creation, working with country representatives to incorporate local content and tendering requirements. Conduct functional tender reviews (Legal, commercial, tax, credit) on SFDC and manage all required approval routings (Bid Bonds, Performance Bonds, SFDC GOA). Assist in contract review, prepare commercial qualifications, and support contract negotiations. Commercially and administratively manage contracts from handover through execution until close-out, including escalations, volume discounts, audits, performance bonds, and amendments. Provide expert input for negotiations and attend customer negotiation meetings alongside sales and product line teams. Conduct and lead clear contract handover processes to operations teams for secured opportunities. Update CRM status throughout the tender and contract lifecycle, ensuring accuracy of contract details. Required Qualifications and Experience 2-5 years of experience in a relevant field. Tender management experience. Commercial experience, ideally within RFQ processing. Minimum of 2 years of sales administration experience. Experience with Salesforce, SAP, or Oracle is an advantage. Skills and Attributes Fluent in English, both written and verbal. Strong communication skills. Excellent time management and punctuality. Process-driven approach to work. Work Environment This is a full-time position where the Commercial Operations Specialist will work collaboratively with product line, commercial, and country stakeholders. The role involves managing complex tender and contract processes, requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail.