Commercial Officer

Summer-Browning Associates Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the Defence sector is seeking a Commercial Officer for an initial 3-month assignment in a hybrid working environment. The role involves end-to-end procurement in a public sector context, requiring a strong background in procurement legislation and experience with tender processes. Ideal candidates will have active SC clearance.

Qualifications

• Active SC clearance required.
• Proven background in Commercial/Procurement Management.
• Experience in Public sector procurement and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end sourcing of IT/Digital Procurement contracts.
• Develop and deliver complex Invitations to Tender.
• Conduct negotiations and manage contracts.

Skills

End-to-end Procurement

Procurement Act 2023

Digital Procurement contracts

Invitations to Tender

Qualifying Defence Contracts

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Job description

Commercial Officer - Defence

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our client in the Defence Sector, who is seeking a Commercial Officer for an initial 3-month assignment with an option to extend.

Location: Hybrid working - Bristol or London

Essential Skills: The ideal candidate will hold active SC clearance and a proven Commercial / Procurement Management background, with the following skills/ experience:

• Experience in Public sector End-to-end Procurement.
• Experience in the Procurement Act 2023 & PCR 2015
• Experience of supporting end-to-end sourcing of Information Technology / Digital Procurement contracts within the Defence or Central Government.
• Experience of supporting the development and delivery of complex Invitations to Tender, negotiations and contracts
• Experience of using Qualifying Defence Contracts (QDCs) - Desired
• Working understanding of Oracle Fusion or equivalent Enterprise Resource Planning systems - Desired

To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.