Defence Commercial Lead, SC/DV Cleared, Hybrid UK

La Fosse; Farnborough; Híbrido; GBP 80.000 - 120.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

La Fosse are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead to support rapid delivery of innovation, technology and R&D programmes within a highly secure Defence environment in the UK. The role requires navigating fast-moving programmes with governance and value-for-money.

You will lead commercial activity, manage procurements, negotiate contracts, engage senior stakeholders and ensure compliant delivery against tight timelines while maintaining strong commercial rigour.

Formación

• Significant experience in a Commercial Manager/Lead or equivalent role.
• Strong background within Defence, National Security or Central Government environments.
• Experience delivering commercial outcomes across innovation, technology, digital or R&D programmes.
• Demonstrable examples of delivering at pace within complex stakeholder environments.
• Experience leading procurements, negotiations and contract management activities.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement and commercial governance.

Responsabilidades

• Lead commercial activity across innovation, technology and R&D programmes.
• Develop and implement commercial and procurement strategies.
• Manage procurement activities from market engagement through to contract award.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management activities.
• Provide commercial advice on risk, governance and delivery approaches.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders across programme, technical, finance and operational teams.
• Support rapid acquisition and delivery models while maintaining compliance and value for money.
• Manage commercial risks and supplier performance.

Conocimientos

Commercial Leadership

Procurement & Contract Management

Supplier Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Risk Management

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Delivery Focus

Educación

MCIPS / CIPS Level 5 or 6

Government Commercial Function accreditation

World Commerce & Contracting

PRINCE2 Practitioner

MSP Practitioner

APM PMQ

Descripción del empleo

La Fosse are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead to support rapid delivery of innovation, technology and R&D programmes within a highly secure Defence environment in the UK. The role requires navigating fast-moving programmes with governance and value-for-money.

You will lead commercial activity, manage procurements, negotiate contracts, engage senior stakeholders and ensure compliant delivery against tight timelines while maintaining strong commercial rigour.