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ASAP: Commercial Advisor - AI Finance Transformation (m/w/d)

Zürich Interim View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Advisor to support Procurement and Finance teams on a high-impact transformation programme. The role focuses on commercial analysis, deal structuring, supplier negotiations, and contractual risk management within a complex technology and outsourcing environment. Start ASAP, 50% (to start with) for a min. of 2 months.

Added 26/08/2026

  • Drive commercial strategy in a high-profile transformation programme
  • Influence senior stakeholders and complex supplier negotiations

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised organisation undertaking a strategic finance transformation programme. As part of a move towards AI-enabled operating models and next-generation service delivery, they are seeking an experienced commercial advisor to support procurement strategy, supplier negotiations, and contractual risk management. This is an interim assignment with an initial duration of 2 months (with potential extension) and a 50% workload at the outset. An immediate start is preferred.

Job Description

  • Analyse and compare vendor financial proposals, business cases, and commercial models
  • Identify cost drivers, commercial risks, hidden assumptions, and optimisation opportunities
  • Support the design of innovative pricing and incentive structures linked to performance outcomes
  • Advise Procurement and Finance leadership on commercial strategy and supplier selection
  • Lead and facilitate complex commercial negotiations with external partners
  • Partner closely with Legal teams to strengthen contractual protections and risk mitigation measures
  • Support drafting and negotiation of termination, transition, intellectual property, and governance provisions
  • Ensure commercial frameworks align with long-term business and operational objectives

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience as a Commercial Advisor, Consulting, Procurement Consultant, Strategic Sourcing Expert, or similar role
  • Strong background in large-scale transformation programmes, outsourcing engagements, or technology-enabled business change
  • Extensive experience negotiating complex multi-year commercial agreements
  • Knowledge of value-based pricing models, performance incentives, and risk-sharing frameworks
  • Understanding of cloud-based ecosystems, technology vendors, and digital transformation environments
  • Experience addressing contractual topics such as IP rights, data portability, governance, and exit strategies
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate sophisticated financial and commercial models
  • Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication capabilities
  • Comfortable influencing senior Procurement, Finance, Legal, and business leaders

What's on Offer

  • High-impact role within a strategic finance transformation programme
  • Opportunity to shape AI-enabled operating and sourcing models
  • Close collaboration with senior Procurement, Finance and Legal stakeholders
  • Initial 2-month contract with potential extension
  • 50% workload initially, with flexibility depending on project needs
  • Immediate start opportunity in a dynamic international environment
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Job summary

Job Function
Consultancy, Strategy & Change
Specialisation
Consulting
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Where
Zürich
Contract Type
Interim
Job Reference
JN-082026-7090680

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