Commercial Manager

Arguile Search; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes

Enhanced annual leave

Employee discounts and well-being programs

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a skilled professional for a mid-senior level role. This position involves contract negotiation and team leadership in the UK defense sector, with opportunities for career development. Enjoy hybrid working and various employee benefits within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing contracts in the UK defence sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in a customer-facing commercial role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the negotiations of both contractual terms and conditions & pricing.
• Support and manage both UK-based and international markets.
• Guide a high-performing team and ensure project adherence.

Skills

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Commercial role experience

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and driven professional to join our client in a pivotal role that offers hybrid working options. This position provides the perfect balance between working from home and collaborating with colleagues on-site, offering flexibility alongside a competitive salary and bonus package. The ideal candidate would be someone they can invest in and develop through the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Negotiation: Lead the negotiations of both contractual t&c's & pricing.
• Growth: Support and manage both UK-based and international markets, identifying new opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Team Leadership: Guide and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and ensuring adherence to project timelines and objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and drive business success.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams such as Supply Chain and Operations to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion initiatives for continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and best practices throughout the business.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience in managing contracts in the UK defence sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A strategic thinker who can balance operational management with long-term business growth.
• Ideally some experience within a customer facing commercial role within the defence sector.

What We Offer

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement, splitting time between home and our offices, averaging a couple of days a week in the offices.
• Career Development: Access to opportunities for career growth within a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Additional Benefits: Including pension schemes, enhanced annual leave, and various employee discounts and well-being programs.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

General Business

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing