Principal Contracts Specialist

TN United Kingdom; Harlow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Principal Contracts Specialist to support business growth through effective contract management. In this hybrid role, you will oversee the delivery of profitable contracts, ensuring smooth project execution while providing governance and advice to project teams. Your expertise in commercial awareness and risk management will be crucial as you navigate complex negotiations and foster strong relationships with stakeholders. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will drive continuous improvement and enhance operational efficiency, making a significant impact in the Defence sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in reviewing and drafting contractual documents.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of legal frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide contractual and commercial support for bids and proposals.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage contracts effectively.

Skills

Contract Management

Commercial Awareness

Risk Management

Excellent Communication

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Education

Certification in Commercial and Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Principal Contracts Specialist P3

Location: Harlow or Glenrothes (Hybrid)

Summary of Role

This is a hybrid role supporting Raytheon locations in both Harlow and Glenrothes. As a valued contracts and commercial specialist, you will enable business growth by supporting the winning and delivery of profitable contracts. Your role involves making our company easy to contract with and ensuring smooth project delivery. You will provide contractual and commercial governance and advice to bid and project teams, support multiple contracts, and adapt to business needs.

Main Duties

1. Provide contractual and commercial support for bids and proposals, including RFPs and ITNs, aligning with company strategy.
2. Identify commercial risks, contribute to risk planning, and implement mitigation strategies.
3. Lead contract negotiations.
4. Manage contracts effectively, including change control and flow-downs.
5. Resolve commercial issues promptly.
6. Oversee financial aspects, including forecasting and milestone management.
7. Act as the commercial representative to customers, serving as the day-to-day contact and SME.
8. Champion change and continuous improvement.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in reviewing and drafting contractual documents.
• Strong commercial awareness, understanding of business principles, and legal frameworks.
• Experience in managing commercial risks.
• Ability to respond to tasks with resilience and flexibility, working cross-functionally.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and collaborate effectively.
• Self-motivated, positive, and capable of working independently.
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally.
• Previous contracting experience in the Defence sector.
• Certification in Commercial and Supply Chain Management.
• Ability to obtain SC security clearance.
• Proven problem-solving and dispute resolution skills.
• Experience working with international suppliers or customers.
• Financial management experience.
• Knowledge of Data Protection and relevant legislation.
• Familiarity with business process tools like IPDS, SAP, or similar, and the bidding process.