Defence Subcontracts Lead — Senior Procurement & Negotiation

Copello Global Ltd; Warminster; Sur place; GBP 85 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Copello Global Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to support a major British Army training transformation programme. The role focuses on subcontract management, supplier engagement and contract execution within a defence context.

You will lead negotiations, manage supplier performance and collaborate with military partners to ensure delivery and continuous improvement in a matrix environment.

Qualifications

• A university degree, preferably in a STEM or business-related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Practical experience in subcontract management, supplier engagement and contract execution.
• Experience managing subcontracting activities and contributing to commercial and programme planning.
• Strong negotiation skills and an understanding of contractual terms and conditions.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the confidence to resolve complex commercial issues.
• Proven stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across different functions and organisational levels.
• Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting the development of junior team members.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a matrix-managed organisation.
• A results-driven approach, with a focus on delivery, continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Experience working collaboratively with industry partners and, ideally, military stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Subcontract Management: Manage moderately sized subcontracts, typically valued between £10 million and £40 million, ensuring alignment with programme objectives and commercial requirements.
• Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations relating to contracts, non-disclosure agreements, contractual terms and conditions.
• Supplier Performance: Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Project Delivery: Manage subcontracting activities and smaller projects autonomously, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives, timescales and requirements.
• Commercial Expertise: Apply sound knowledge of subcontracting practices to resolve complex issues and support effective commercial decision-making.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, customers and military partners to ensure alignment on policies, processes and contractual obligations.
• Team Development: Provide guidance and coaching to junior colleagues, promoting best practice and consistency across subcontracting activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve subcontract management processes, systems and ways of working.
• Operational Excellence: Take ownership of day-to-day commercial objectives, contributing directly to programme performance and successful delivery.

Connaissances

Subcontract management

Supplier engagement

Contract execution

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical/problem-solving

Independent work in matrix org

Security clearance awareness

Formation

University degree in STEM or business or equivalent

Description du poste

Copello Global Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to support a major British Army training transformation programme. The role focuses on subcontract management, supplier engagement and contract execution within a defence context.

You will lead negotiations, manage supplier performance and collaborate with military partners to ensure delivery and continuous improvement in a matrix environment.