Senior Commercial / Procurement Manager – Defence

Overview

In this role you drive end-to-end commercial outcomes for UK Defence clients, applying procurement and contract expertise to maximise value and mitigate risk. You will work within a high-performing Defence team, engaging with senior stakeholders to shape strategies and governance. The position offers exposure to critical defence projects and opportunities to lead transformation, with hybrid work patterns and client-site requirements. Your impact spans commercial strategy, supplier performance, and continuous improvement to deliver world-class outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• 60% client site or office attendance
• flexible working arrangements

Responsibilities

• Procurement and Commercial Strategy
• End-to-End Contract Management
• Risk and Performance Management
• Negotiation and Continuous Improvement
• Governance and Compliance
• Business Analysis and Problem Solving
• Leadership and stakeholder engagement
• Supplier Relationship Management and Category Management

Key requirements

• Applied knowledge of procurement principles and practices including contract management and/or contract placement
• Ability to choose the best commercial approach with risk considerations
• Understanding of programme, portfolio and project management tools
• Ownership of tender evaluation decisions with commercial judgement
• Development of commercial strategies, business cases, and contracting approaches
• Contract and supplier management strategy development to maximise value
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement
• Experience leading teams and engaging with senior stakeholders

• Stakeholder engagement
• Leadership (formal and informal)
• Communication
• Procurement principles and practices
• Contract management and sourcing
• Tender evaluation and commercial assurance

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