Commercial Manager

IO Associates; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy seeks a Commercial / Procurement Manager to support critical Defence programmes. This role offers a chance to implement procurement strategies, manage contracts, and ensure compliance in a hybrid working environment. Join a purpose-driven team to make a significant impact in Defence.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of procurement principles.
• Experience in the Defence sector or regulated environments.
• Background with NEC, FIDIC, or JCT contracts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies across Defence projects.
• Manage contracts from sourcing to close-out.
• Monitor supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and public sector frameworks.

Skills

Procurement principles

Contract management

Supplier performance monitoring

Cost-saving

Process improvement

Job description

Commercial / Procurement Manager - Defence Sector

Location: South / Southwest (Hybrid Working)
Full-time | Permanent

Competitive Salary + Benefits

A leading global consultancy is seeking motivated Commercial / Procurement Managers to join their expanding Defence team. This is your opportunity to support high-profile, nationally critical programmes while developing your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement and commercial strategies across complex Defence projects.
• Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle - from sourcing to close-out.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify areas for cost-saving and process improvement.
• Ensure full compliance with internal policies and legal/public sector frameworks.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong understanding of procurement principles and contract management.
• Experience within the Defence sector or highly regulated environments.
• Background in working with NEC, FIDIC, or JCT contracts is advantageous.

Eligibility & Security Requirements:

• You must be a sole UK national (due to security restrictions).
• Ability to obtain and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC).
• Holding active SC clearance is desirable.

What's On Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid working (approximately 60% office/client site).
• Involvement in nationally significant Defence programmes.
• Career growth in a high-performing, purpose-driven environment.

Ready to make a difference in Defence procurement? Apply now to join a dynamic and impactful team.