Commercial Contracts Manager

Manpower UK Ltd; Wytham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mechanical international manufacturing company is seeking a Commercial Contract Manager to oversee complex contracts and ensure financial success. You will lead negotiations, manage the contract lifecycle, and collaborate with various departments. Candidates should have significant commercial experience and a relevant degree. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including Private Medical Insurance and a strong pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)

Strong pension scheme

Health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a commercial, contract management, or similar business role.
• Experience leading complex contract negotiations.
• Strong understanding of financial analysis and managing contract profitability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of complex contracts.
• Lead development, negotiation, and execution of high-value contracts.
• Collaborate across departments for seamless execution.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Contract negotiation

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business, Law, or a related field

Job description

A leading mechanical international manufacturing company in Oxford are looking for a highly commercially astute and results-driven Commercial Contract Manager to join their dynamic Commercial Business team on a permanent basis.

The Role: Drive Commercial Excellence

This is a pivotal, high-exposure role where you will be key to the financial and contractual success of their business. You will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex contracts—from initial sales and customisation to maintenance, repair, and overhaul.

Your primary focus will be on:

• Leading the development, negotiation, and execution of high-value contracts.
• Proactively managing the entire contract lifecycle, ensuring adherence to standards and safeguarding project profitability.
• Acting as the primary commercial point of contact for our customers, expertly managing amendments and change orders.
• Collaborating across all departments, including Sales, Design, Production, and Finance, to deliver seamless execution.

This is a superb fit for a proactive problem‑solver with a meticulous eye for detail and a talent for identifying and mitigating commercial risks.

Essential

• Proven experience in a commercial, contract management, or similar business role with strong commercial acumen.
• Demonstrable experience leading complex contract negotiations.
• A strong understanding of financial analysis, business case development, and managing contract profitability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build robust relationships at all levels.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business, Law, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain DBS and Security Clearance.

Desirable

• Experience managing contracts exceeding £5 million in value.
• Knowledge of the global aviation/aerospace industry or another complex engineering sector.

They offer a competitive base salary and an excellent benefits package including Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) paid by the company, a strong pension scheme, and various health and lifestyle benefits.