Jobs in Watford, Grande-Bretagne

We are supporting a national not‑for‑profit organisation, established to improve commercial and procurement services across Public Sector organisations who are recruiting for a Commercial Lead (Estates) to drive high‑profile procurement and contract management across the Estates Category including Construction, FM, Repair, Maintenance and Utilities. This is a dynamic, fully remote role offering variety, professional growth, and the chance to influence commercial strategy.

The Commercial Lead is responsible for delivering maximum value via commercial activities, influencing commercial strategy as a commercial and procurement expert, supporting procurement and contract management activities.

• Prepare strategic plans, delivering and making recommendations for actions on all commercial/procurement activity
• Lead complex competitive tenders and supplier negotiations for the supply of goods and services
• Support key stakeholders creating strong and effective relationships
• Lead sourcing processes within required timeframes whilst achieving attractive commercial goals
• Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and social value policies
• Lead contract and supplier management programmes including supply chain improvement programmes
• Identify risks and understand risk management
• Sourcing, implementing and managing new contracts

• Experienced in Commercial Management / Procurement Management
• Experience of Estates, Property, Construction and FM Procurement/Commercial Management
• Experience utilising JCT and NEC forms of contracts
• Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills
• Analytical, resilient, and collaborative mindset
• Working knowledge of Public Procurement Regulations (PA23)
• Proven success in leading full end‑to‑end procurement/commercial cycle
• Strong commercial and financial acumen

• Salary up to £54,000
• Pension: 12% Employer / 6% Employee
• Holiday: 28 days + Bank Holidays + Birthday
• Professional qualification support
• Life Insurance 4× Salary
• A variety of softer benefits

Please note this role is fully remote working.

The successful applicant will be subject to pre‑employment and security checks including NPPV3.

The Commercial Lead would suit candidates with experience of or having held roles of Commercial Management, Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Officer, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager or Category Manager.