Full job descriptionAssistant Commercial & Contracts Manager
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Contract Type: Full-time permanent
Reporting To: Head of Finance & Commercial
Role Overview
Our client is seeking an Assistant Commercial & Contracts Manager to support the business in driving commercial performance, securing new opportunities, and ensuring robust contract governance. The successful candidate will play a key role in maximising contract revenue, managing tender submissions, maintaining compliance standards, and overseeing document control processes.
This position requires a commercially astute professional with strong negotiation skills, excellent attention to detail, and a proven track record of managing contracts, bids, and compliance documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
Commercial Management
*Identify opportunities to maximise revenue and contract profitability.
*Lead commercial negotiations with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders.
*Review and manage contractual terms to minimise risk and maximise commercial outcomes.
*Support business growth through the development of commercial strategies and frameworks.
*Monitor contract performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Contracts Management
*Manage the full contract lifecycle from pre-qualification through to award and delivery.
*Prepare, review, and submit PQQs, tenders, RFQs, and bid documentation.
*Ensure contractual obligations are understood and adhered to across the business.
*Maintain accurate records of contracts, variations, renewals, and commercial agreements.
*Develop strong client relationships to support contract retention and business development activities.
Document Control & Compliance
*Manage document control systems and ensure all documentation is maintained to the required standards.
*Support external and internal audit activities.
*Maintain and improve ISO management systems and compliance processes.
*Produce high-quality bid submissions, policies, procedures, and supporting documentation.
*Ensure all records are controlled, updated, and accessible in line with company and regulatory requirements.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Commercial Knowledge & Negotiation
*Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and deliver revenue opportunities.
*Proven experience negotiating commercial contracts and agreements.
*Ability to balance risk, compliance, and profitability objectives.
Contracts Management
*Significant experience managing contracts within a commercial environment.
*Demonstrable experience completing PQQs, tenders, framework submissions, and bid responses.
*Strong understanding of contractual terms, commercial governance, and performance management.
Document Control & Compliance
*Experience managing document control systems and business-critical documentation.
*Knowledge of ISO standards and audit processes.
*Proven bid-writing experience with strong written communication skills.
*Excellent attention to detail and document accuracy.
Desirable
*Experience within construction, engineering, manufacturing, facilities management, or infrastructure sectors.
*Experience working with quality management systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
This role would suit a commercially driven professional who combines strong negotiation skills with extensive contract management and compliance experience, and who can contribute immediately within a growing business environment. Apply today!