Commercial Manager

RT Consulting; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RT Consulting is seeking a skilled Commercial Manager to join the RT Society, focusing on contract management within sensitive Defence projects. This role requires SC Clearance and experience in dealing with high-value contracts. Join a team that values diversity and offers competitive salary packages along with extensive support for professional development.

Benefits

Market leading salary and benefits

Competitive pension plan

Premium private healthcare

Social meet ups

Birthday hampers and birthday leave

Qualifications

• Experience in developing commercial strategies and contract management plans.
• Sourcing and managing complex contracts within Defence or Government.
• Proven ability in procurement planning and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage commercial strategies and contract plans.
• Lead procurement planning and tender documentation development.
• Manage commercial approvals and provide recommendations.

Skills

Commercial strategies development

Contract management

Sourcing high value contracts

Procurement planning

Job description

• Permanent Contract
• Various locations - Southwest
• 40,000 p.a. - 60,000 p.a. (dependent upon experience)
• 350 - 450 per day inside IR35
• Hybrid working
• SC Clearance Required

RT Consulting are an established Silver ERS Armed Forces Covenant SME, we are a Management Consultancy with over 15 years' experience in driving innovation and transformation in key sectors, including Defence, Local & Central Government, Policing and Transport.

As a result of continued success, we are expanding our society of consultants to fulfil current and future demands from our defence portfolio, particularly one of the largest Defence frameworks within the UK which we have proudly been supporting for over 5 years.

Our consultants are deployed into largescale Programmes/Projects to bring expert knowledge to drive sustainable and long-term change and add value to each project / programme.

We are looking for Commercial Managers with the following experience:

• Developing Commercial strategies and contract management plans
• Sourcing and management of high value and complex contracts within a Defence or Government department
• Re procurement and mobilisation of contracts to ensure successful delivery
• Procurement planning and strategy development
• Developing tender documentation, support to procurement strategy and engagement with key stakeholders

Managing the commercial approvals process, providing recommendations and assurance to senior commercial staff.

Working within a secure environment, the ideal candidate will play a crucial role in our society's success. You must hold current and active Security Clearance, ensuring it is up to date and has been utilised within the past 12 months to meet the urgent needs of this programme.

What does it mean to be a part of the RT Society?

Our consultants are an integral part of our business, we want to give you the opportunity to join the RT Society and have the chance to deliver into some of the most complex and sensitive programmes in defence.

• Market leading salary and benefits scheme
• Dedicated Relationship Manager
• Continued guidance & support throughout your project
• First priority for subsequent complex and sensitive programmes
• Competitive pension plan and premium private healthcare benefits
• Continued deployment opportunities across a variety of industries
• Up to 10 days annually paid leave for Reservists commitments
• Social meet ups
• Birthday hampers and non-contractual birthday leave

RT Consultants can work across some of the largest, most complex programmes of work being delivered across the UK and Globally. As a member of our RT Society, we aim to offer you as much support and project continuity as possible. Our RT Society, which is made up of our interim and permanent consultants, offer specialist expertise across our capability areas of expertise such as Project Management, Procurement, Commercial, Planning and Cost, to deliver real strategic and innovative solutions to our partners.

We are committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity, ensuring they feel valued, supported, and empowered. We strive to ensure a fair, respectful, and inclusive work environment and value diverse perspectives by ensuring equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or background.

By promoting equality and diversity, we aim to create an inclusive environment for our employees to thrive and succeed.