Commercial Managers -Defence- All Levels

Overview

In this role you will support UK Defence clients across the end-to-end commercial lifecycle, helping secure value and risk-managed outcomes. You will join a Defence-focused team delivering world-class procurement and commercial solutions. Expect to engage with senior stakeholders, influence contracting strategies, and drive process improvements in a high-security environment. This is a chance to shape defence projects and contribute to a trusted, cross-functional mission.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• 60% client site/office attendance requirement
• equal opportunity employer
• flexible working environment
• opportunity to work on defence projects
• healthy work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement and commercial strategy
• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle
• Identify and mitigate risks; monitor performance
• Lead negotiations and drive continuous improvement
• Ensure governance and compliance with policies and legal frameworks
• Conduct business analysis and problem solving
• Provide leadership and direction to teams
• Engage with senior stakeholders and clients in complex discussions

Key requirements

• Applied knowledge of procurement principles and practices with experience in procurement, contract management and/or contract placement (sourcing)
• Ability to choose the most suitable commercial approach with appropriate risk mitigation
• Understanding of programme, portfolio and project management tools
• Ownership of tender evaluation decisions with commercial judgement
• Development and assurance of business cases, commercial strategies, contracting approaches
• Development and implementation of contract and supplier management strategies to maximise value
• Proactive supplier performance monitoring and driving innovation
• Experience leading teams and setting strategic direction
• Experience dealing with clients on complex, controversial issues; ability to chair meetings with senior stakeholders
• Supplier Relationship Management and Category Management

• Leadership and coaching
• Stakeholder engagement
• Negotiation and communication
• Procurement principles and practices
• Contract management
• Gain to value via supplier management

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