Strategic Commercial Manager: Supplier & Savings

Mobile Broadband Network Ltd (MBNL); Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mobile Broadband Network Ltd (MBNL) is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee supplier relationships and manage contracts within its commercial directorate. The role involves negotiation of complex contracts, ensuring compliance with commercial policies, and delivering on supplier KPIs. The ideal candidate has a strong background in supplier management, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to operate independently. This hybrid position requires at least 2 days per week in the Reading office.

Qualifications

• Experience negotiating complex framework or strategic contracts.
• Strong supplier and contract management experience.
• Good understanding of contract law and commercial risk.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of supplier portfolio from strategy to contract close-out.
• Own supplier relationships and the full commercial lifecycle.
• Lead tenders, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Negotiate pricing and identify savings opportunities.
• Track supplier performance against contractual KPIs and drive corrective action.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Commercial risk understanding

Multi-tasking

Education

Professional qualifications (e.g. MCIPS)

Job description

Mobile Broadband Network Ltd (MBNL) is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee supplier relationships and manage contracts within its commercial directorate. The role involves negotiation of complex contracts, ensuring compliance with commercial policies, and delivering on supplier KPIs. The ideal candidate has a strong background in supplier management, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to operate independently. This hybrid position requires at least 2 days per week in the Reading office.