Senior Commercial / Procurement Manager – Defence

Overview

In this role you will lead end-to-end commercial activities for UK Defence clients, shaping procurement strategies and contract management to deliver outcomes. You will work within the Defence Team to drive governance, risk management, and value extraction from supplier arrangements. The role blends strategic thinking with hands-on negotiation and stakeholder engagement in a high-security environment. This opportunity appeals to experienced professionals who want to influence Defence projects and contribute to a broader mission of delivering better client outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• balance between work and life
• flexible working environment
• inclusive and equal opportunity employer
• great place to work
• team collaboration and learning opportunities

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

Key requirements

• Applied knowledge of procurement principles and practices with experience in procurement, contract management and/or contract placement (sourcing)
• Ability to select the most suitable commercial approach for given circumstances with appropriate risk mitigation
• Understanding and applying programme, portfolio and project management tools
• Taking ownership of tender evaluation and applying commercial judgment
• Development and implementation of effective contract and supplier management strategies
• Proactive supplier performance monitoring to maximize value and drive improvement
• Experience leading teams and providing strategic direction
• Ability to chair internal and external meetings with senior stakeholders
• Supplier Relationship Management and Category Management

• Stakeholder engagement
• Leadership (formal and informal)
• Problem solving
• Procurement principles and practices
• Contract management and contract placement (sourcing)
• Programme, portfolio and project management tools

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