IT Commercial Manager

University of Southampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Commercial Manager to join their team for a 24-month Fixed Term Contract. In this role, you'll support strategic project deliveries, ensuring compliance and value realization through effective management of contracts and partnerships. The position requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. With fantastic benefits, including generous leave and flexible working options, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while enjoying a vibrant city lifestyle.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Company pension scheme

Discounted private healthcare

Flexible working options

Access to arts and culture facilities

Staff discounts at local shops

Qualifications

• Experience in a Commercial Environment, especially in Technology.
• Ability to manage workloads and deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic project deliveries on a Fixed Term Contract.
• Manage existing contracts and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Strategic Thinking

Project Management

Education

Degree in Business or related field

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join our team to support several strategic project deliveries on a 24-month Fixed Term Contract.

The role involves liaising within the programme teams to support identifying requirements and ensure compliant purchasing of goods and services alongside our Procurement and Legal colleagues. Managing existing call-off contracts to ensure spend is tracked and Statements of Works are formed as per the contracted terms to ensure compliance and value realization.

This is a fast-paced environment requiring a flexible approach and understanding that priorities may change daily. You will be challenged and never bored.

About You

You will have excellent technical and communication skills, with the ability to manage your own workload. You will be a positive and proactive problem solver, capable of managing both planned and reactive requirements to ensure timely and high-quality delivery. You will be a strong team player, self-sufficient, and able to work independently.

You will bring experience working in a Commercial Environment, specifically in Technology and Portfolio management, building and sustaining partnerships. You should have the ability to think strategically, plan effectively, and manage productive partnerships with external suppliers, while working within UK Public Contract Regulations.

What We Can Offer You

We offer fantastic benefits including generous annual leave (plus an additional 6 University closure days and bank holidays), a company pension scheme, discounted private healthcare and dental, company sick pay, flexible working options, excellent family leave arrangements, and access to a variety of arts and culture facilities both on and off-campus. Staff discounts and offers at local shops, restaurants, and service providers are also available.

We support your long-term future with access to the Universities Pension Scheme and subsidised health and fitness facilities. Southampton, located on the south coast, is a vibrant city ideal for living, working, and socialising, catering to all life stages.

We foster a culture of inclusion, respect, and equality of opportunity. We select candidates based on merit and ability and strive to thrive in the diversity of our workforce. We welcome applications from all candidates interested in the role and committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+, and individuals with disabilities.