Commercial Officer

Public Sector Resourcing, managed by AMS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Bristol is seeking a Commercial Officer for a 6-month contract. The role involves supporting Commercial Managers by handling administrative tasks, maintaining procurement records, and assisting in market analysis. Essential skills include a strong understanding of procurement regulations, effective communication, and proficiency in MS Word and Excel. Security clearance is required before appointment. This role cannot be performed overseas and is UK-based only.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of commercial principles and public sector procurement regulations.
• Experience supporting tenders via CCS frameworks.
• Ability to manage workload, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel, with experience in sourcing processes.
• A commitment to continuous learning (e.g., TPP e-training).
• Security clearance at the SC level is required before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Commercial Managers with administrative tasks.
• Maintaining accurate records related to procurement.
• Assisting in supply market analysis.
• Contributing to procurement strategies and contracting approaches.
• Participating in market research, tendering, and contract management.
• Preparing reports on commercial performance.

Skills

Understanding of commercial principles

Public sector procurement regulations

Managing workload and prioritizing tasks

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in MS Excel

Sourcing processes experience

Commitment to continuous learning

Job description

Commercial Officer

On behalf of the MOD, we are seeking a Commercial Officer (Inside IR35) for a 6-month contract based in Bristol, working 2 days per week.

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is a central government department dedicated to protecting our country, ensuring security and independence, and supporting values and interests abroad.

The MOD is one of Europe's largest public procurement organizations and the UK's biggest customer for industry, managing approximately £20 billion annually on equipment and infrastructure. Over the next decade, it plans to spend over £190 billion on equipment and support. Its customers include armed forces and security agencies, with requirements spanning military vehicles, education, nuclear submarines, and facilities management.

The MOD aims to equip its armed forces with the best capabilities to safeguard the UK and promote national interests now and in the future.

With an annual budget of nearly £53 billion and a workforce of 197,000 (including 54,000 civilians), the MOD offers impactful roles across the UK, including in HR, healthcare, and corporate services.

As a Commercial Officer, your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Commercial Managers with administrative tasks, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement to facilitate smooth commercial operations.
• Maintaining accurate records and managing procurement-related correspondence and data.
• Assisting in supply market analysis to inform procurement strategies and improve market understanding.
• Contributing to programme planning, procurement strategies, and contracting approaches.
• Participating in procurement processes such as market research, tendering, and contract management.
• Preparing reports on commercial performance and supporting sourcing plan development in line with Defence policies and regulations.

Essential requirements include:

• Strong understanding of commercial principles and public sector procurement regulations.
• Experience supporting tenders via CCS frameworks.
• Ability to manage workload, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel, with experience in sourcing processes.
• A commitment to continuous learning (e.g., TPP e-training).
• Security clearance at the SC level is required before appointment.

Please note: This role is UK-based only and cannot be performed overseas.

Disability Confident Scheme: The MOD guarantees to interview all candidates with a disability meeting essential criteria and will prioritize such candidates if they meet the requirements.

Armed Forces Covenant: The MOD guarantees to interview veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all essential criteria, with similar prioritization if they qualify.

In applying, you acknowledge that this role falls under the Off Payroll Working legislation in the public sector, and payment rates are gross daily rates subject to taxes and statutory costs.