Assistant Director, Commercial Strategy & Delivery

Maritime and Coastguard Agency; Southampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension contribution 28.97%

25 days annual leave (+1 per year)

Bank Holidays + Privilege Day

Staff discount portal access

Career development opportunities (e.g.

Job summary

Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) in Southampton seeks an Assistant Director Commercial to provide strategic leadership of MCA’s commercial activity. You will guide the Commercial team, ensure value for money and partner with the Finance and Analysis Directorate Senior Management Team to improve processes and outcomes.

The role covers governance of commercial strategy, procurement, supplier relationships and contract structures, with a strong focus on risk management and achieving

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and implementing commercial strategies in a complex organisation.
• Experience leading high-value, business-critical commercial activity including negotiation and risk management.
• Advanced expertise across sourcing, procurement, contract management and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead MCA’s Commercial Strategy and align with government and organisational objectives.
• Lead the Commercial team, drive continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide strategic procurement advice and challenge on high-impact requirements and contracts.

Job description

Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) in Southampton seeks an Assistant Director Commercial to provide strategic leadership of MCA’s commercial activity. You will guide the Commercial team, ensure value for money and partner with the Finance and Analysis Directorate Senior Management Team to improve processes and outcomes.

The role covers governance of commercial strategy, procurement, supplier relationships and contract structures, with a strong focus on risk management and achieving