A leading defence technology business requires a Senior Commercial Manager. Applicants need commercial contract management expertise gained within a defence technology setting, and knowledge of MOD contracting.. Strong hybrid working arrangements available. A site presence in Bristol required 1-2 times per month.
This is an exciting full lifecycle commercial contracts role from supporting new bids/business activity, negotiation, contract management, change and close-out/disputes.
Specific duties of the Senior Commercial Manager include:
*Liaison with bid and programme management function
*Deliver innovative and commercial strategies and solutions to support bids and working winning activities
*Serve as point of contact for the customer and foster strong relationships
*Commercial risk and contract mitigation activities
*Contract negotiations
*Change and post-signature activities
*Improve contract management process and governance
Senior Commercial Manager should meet the following criteria:
*Commercial contract management experience, ideally within defence, space or technology
*An expert across the entire commercial contract lifecycle; bids/proposals/tenders, negotiation, change etc.
*Experience of both MOD and export bids
*Leadership qualities and gravitas
*Ability to provide commercial contractual support and governance to business and commercial teams
*Comfortable with hybrid working - travel to Bristol 1-2 times per month