Commercial Manager

BAE Systems; Trealaw; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the UK is seeking a Commercial Manager to support contract activities and lead a team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial roles and strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, managing claims, and supporting contract negotiations. Flexible and hybrid work options are available.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Nurturing culture

Competitive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a commercial role.
• Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of contract terms and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Support all contract activity including drafting and negotiation.
• Responsible for delivery of commercial aspects of business winning.
• Lead and develop junior members of the team.

Skills

Commercial skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Tools

MS Suite

SharePoint

Oracle

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Commercial Manager to join us. Working with the Commercial team within our Aerospace line of business, your contribution will ensure the best commercial outcomes for the Customer and the business whilst contributing to the support of the Australian Defence Forces. This opportunity is available at our Williamtown NSW office and open to hybrid work, flexibility and 9 day fortnight.

Responsibilities

• Supporting all contract activity including the drafting and negotiation of complex terms and conditions and associated agreements with customers along with negotiation of contract change and management of claims
• Contract interface with customers
• Support all Contract and Bid Status Reviews
• Responsible for all commercial aspects of business winning
• Leading, supporting and developing junior members of the team
• Drafting moderately complex contracts / agreements with little supervision
• Delivery of contract budgets
• Responsible for delivery of commercial interface with Procurement/Supply Chain and flow down of commercial contract requirements
• Preparation and delivery of Commercial Management Plans
• Responsible for preparation of negotiating strategies and lead negotiating teams
• Extensive experience in a Commercial role

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of commercial skills and the commercial role
• Team orientation with a high level of written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders of all levels and from a range of disciplines
• An ability to appropriately apply and tailor commercial and business process under the appropriate delegation of authority
• An ability to lead or support moderately complex negotiations
• A strong understanding of the role and capability delivered by the estimating discipline and how the estimating input impacts the contract
• An ability to resolve complex problems that do not have routine solutions
• An ability to lead and guide a team and work independently with little supervision and guidance and using own experience, judgement and initiative
• Adept at building and maintaining excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Computer literacy, with intermediate knowledge of MS Suite. Familiarity with tools like SharePoint and Oracle is desirable
• Ability to hold and maintain Defence Security Clearance
• International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role

Notes

We work in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and groundbreaking technology. Collectively we make the impossible possible. Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the opportunity: Are you drawn to the idea of collaborating with a team that is trusted and valued? Come join a leading employer and be embraced by a team that fosters a nurturing culture and atmosphere, allowing you to flourish whilst providing flexibility to manage life outside of work. As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or a squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmark Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant. To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances: A Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. ITAR applicability may affect eligibility.