Commercial Strategy Lead

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the UK is seeking a Commercial Strategy Lead to develop and implement strategies for high-value procurements in the defense sector. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen and experience in public procurement. This role involves engaging with senior stakeholders and managing complex supply chain challenges. If you thrive in strategic environments and have a passion for impactful projects, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience translating business needs into policy objectives.
• Practical knowledge in developing and implementing business strategies.

Responsibilities

• Devising commercial strategies for complex, high-value procurements.
• Building relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Managing supply chain security and contingencies.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial acumen

Job description

Role: Commercial Strategy Lead

Location: Reading, Berkshire (Hybrid working)

Salary: £700-£800 per day outside IR35

Overview

This is an opportunity to be involved in a significant programme aligned with the long-term UK Defence Strategy. We seek individuals with experience in complex, high-value public procurement who can navigate strategically challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Devising commercial strategies for complex, high-value procurements and contracts
• Contributing to the development of business unit strategies
• Managing and maintaining commercial strategies and sourcing plans
• Building relationships with senior stakeholders, including officials and ministers
• Supporting the development of commercial strategies with data analysis and market insights
• Managing supply chain security and contingencies, especially on nuclear sites involved in decommissioning and demolition projects
• Evaluating mergers and acquisitions impacts on supply chains
• Conducting market engagement and route-to-market assessments
• Establishing dialogue and negotiation strategies

Key Experience

• Experience translating business needs into policy objectives
• Practical knowledge in developing and implementing business strategies via supply chain management
• Understanding procurement rules and contract law
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on value for money

Key Behaviours

• Leadership and team confidence building
• Stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Ability to communicate standards and uphold ethical practices in supply chains

If you are interested in working within a rapidly growing organization on one of the UK's most complex infrastructure projects, and possess resilience and tenacity, please contact me directly at [emailprotected] or click 'Apply Now'.