Commercial Manager

This is a key commercial role helping to deliver a major change and transformation to a defence organisations training systems including how that training is delivered. You will be part of a global organisation who supply a variety of services to the UK defence industry.

You will be managing various subcontracts & suppliers who will be delivering elements of this training. Deep knowledge of subcontract management and contract negotiation is required as well as great stakeholder management experience. We are looking for a mission driven manager and leader who can drive this change and work with the supplier to deliver a top-level service.

This is an urgent requirement please apply now!

Working Patterns: This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days per week on site and a half day every Friday.

• Manage £50–£100m supplier contracts with minimal oversight, ensuring delivery to business needs.
• Act as the subcontract’s expert, supporting planning, budgeting, and decision making.
• Resolve supply chain issues through investigation, analysis, and experience.
• Negotiate and manage contracts, NDAs, and terms and conditions.
• Improve processes and systems across teams and suppliers to boost performance.
• Guide and support junior team members, reviewing work and developing capability.

• Degree in STEM or business (or equivalent experience) with strong background in subcontracting.

• Deep knowledge of supplier management and contract delivery.
• Able to lead independently, solve problems, and influence across teams.
• Strong communicator with experience working in matrixed and military/industry environments.

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

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