Lead Commercial Manager

Arguile; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Career Development

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Employee discounts

Well-being programs

Job summary

Arguile, a growing defence organisation, is seeking a senior contract and commercial leader to join a small but ambitious team. The role involves managing contracts, guiding delivery, and supporting growth across the UK and international markets.

You will lead a high-performing team, engage closely with stakeholders, and partner with cross-functional functions such as Supply Chain and Operations to drive continuous improvement and timely, high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing contracts or pre-signature negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Contract and commercial Management: Lead the day-to-day operations of key business contracts, ensuring smooth delivery and client satisfaction.
• Growth: Support and manage both UK-based and international markets, identifying new opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Team Leadership: Guide and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and ensuring adherence to project timelines and objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and drive business success.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams such as Supply Chain and Operations to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion initiatives for continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and best practices throughout the business.

Skills

Contract management

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Growth strategy

Strategic thinking

Communication

Job description

Couple of days a week in Bristol, Frome or North Devon, not set days, just as the business needs

This is a chance to join a smaller and growing defence organisation looking to make strides over the coming years.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract and commercial Management: Lead the day-to-day operations of key business contracts, ensuring smooth delivery and client satisfaction.


• Growth: Support and manage both UK-based and international markets, identifying new opportunities for growth and expansion.


• Team Leadership: Guide and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and ensuring adherence to project timelines and objectives.


• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and drive business success.


• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams such as Supply Chain and Operations to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.


• Continuous Improvement: Champion initiatives for continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and best practices throughout the business.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven experience in managing contracts or pre-signature negotiation.


• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.


• A strategic thinker who can balance operational management with long-term business growth.
  
• Eligible for security clearance if not already cleared.

What We Offer:

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement, splitting time between home and our office.


• Career Development: Access to opportunities for career growth within a supportive and dynamic environment.


• Additional Benefits: Including pension schemes, enhanced annual leave, and various employee discounts and well-being programs.