Introduction




Company cultures & job summary



Are you an experienced procurement professional ready to make an impact in the Defence sector?



We're working with a leading Defence client who are looking for a talented Commercial Procurement Manager to join their growing team, operating across Bristol and London.




Working Patterns and location - Hybrid - 2-3 days on site per week




Key responsibilities

• Lead procurement and commercial strategy across complex defence programmes.


• Manage contracts end-to-end from initial tendering through to close-out.


• Drive supplier performance and proactively manage commercial risk.


• Support tendering processes and lead or contribute to contract negotiations.


• Ensure governance and compliance with relevant procurement regulations.


• Collaborate with client teams and internal stakeholders across air, land, sea, cyber and space programmes.


• Provide commercial input and advice to programme and project managers.

Skills & experience

• Proven experience in procurement or contract management, ideally in Defence or Government.


• Strong ability to manage supplier performance and commercial risk.


• Sound understanding of project and programme management environments.


• Strong commercial judgement with the ability to make confident decisions.


• Working knowledge of DSPCR, PCR and/or the Procurement Act 2023.


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


• MCIPS qualified (essential for this role).

The client would also like to see some of the below, but this is not essential:

• Prior experience working on Government or public sector procurement programmes.


• Knowledge of NEC, FIDIC or JCT contract frameworks.


• Experience working within a management consultancy or advisory environment.


• Familiarity with Defence sector programmes across air, land, sea, cyber or space domains.

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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