Global Programmes Commercial & Capability Lead

Smiths Detection Inc; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths Detection is seeking a Global Programmes Senior Commercial Manager and Capability Lead to drive contracting and commercial excellence within Global Programmes. The role focuses on defining capability, enhancing contract lifecycle management, and improving risk mitigation across markets and the Americas.

The position requires leading capability development, training embedded teams, and collaborating with sales, legal, procurement, and finance to ensure commercial alignment throughout the

Qualifications

• Internationally recognised professional qualification in Commercial/Contract management.
• Degree qualification (HND minimum) in relevant discipline (Business/Law/Project Management) desirable.
• Chartered membership of a professional body such as RICS desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standardised contract management processes within the PEC.
• Lead contracting and commercial capability development across Global Programmes.
• Provide training to project managers on contract negotiation and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with sales, legal, procurement, and finance to ensure commercial alignment.
• Benchmark against industry standards and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Contract management

Commercial management

Leadership

Negotiation strategies

PM methodologies

Communication skills

Risk management

Change management

Education

Qualified in Commercial/Contract management

Degree in Business/Law/Project Management

RICS or similar professional body (desirable)

Job description

Smiths Detection is seeking a Global Programmes Senior Commercial Manager and Capability Lead to drive contracting and commercial excellence within Global Programmes. The role focuses on defining capability, enhancing contract lifecycle management, and improving risk mitigation across markets and the Americas.

The position requires leading capability development, training embedded teams, and collaborating with sales, legal, procurement, and finance to ensure commercial alignment throughout the