Commercial Manager Defence

Our client is looking for a Commercial Manager to work on their major Defence projects.

Knowledge of NEC, FIDIC or JCT frameworks would be beneficial as would experience working in multi-supplier environments.

You'll need solid commercial contract management experience, ideally gained within the Defence sector or a highly regulated industry.

Working Patterns and location – Hybrid – 2-3 days on site per week. While every effort is made to have candidates working locally, candidates must be willing to travel UK wide if required.

• Develop and implement procurement and commercial strategies for Defence clients.

• Manage contracts end-to-end, from placement through to close-out.

• Identify, assess and mitigate commercial risks across client programmes.

• Lead negotiations with suppliers to drive value, performance and innovation.

• Ensure governance and compliance with internal policy and legal frameworks.

• Engage senior stakeholders to support business transformation and change.

• Coach and mentor junior team members, providing commercial leadership and direction.

• Conduct business analysis and problem solving across complex Defence programmes.

• Applied knowledge of procurement principles, contract management and sourcing.

• Ability to assess commercial approaches and trade-offs to achieve best outcomes.

• Experience managing supplier relationships and driving contract performance.

• Confidence chairing meetings and engaging senior internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience developing and assuring business cases and commercial strategies.

• Understanding of programme, portfolio and project management tools and frameworks.

• Experience leading teams and providing strategic commercial direction.

• Category management and supplier relationship management experience.

• Background in Government procurement processes including Single Source and Competitive routes.

• Knowledge and experience of NEC, FIDIC and/or JCT contract frameworks.

• Familiarity with DSPCR, Public Contract Regulations or the Procurement Act 2023.

• Professional qualification in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Law or Project Management.

Benefits/Perks:

• Private Medical Insurance.

• Permanent Health Insurance.

• Life Assurance

• Personal Accident Cover.

• 25 days holiday (+ x8 public holidays).

Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs.

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