Commercial Manager

BAE Systems; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense company in Riyadh is seeking a highly experienced Commercial professional to manage contracts, support negotiations, and develop pricing strategies. The ideal candidate will have a degree and substantial experience in commercial roles, with skills in stakeholder engagement and risk management. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including healthcare and gym memberships.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Healthcare scheme

Discounted gym membership

Generous leave allowance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within a Commercial position.
• Knowledge of business unit policies used by BAE Systems or comparable equivalent.
• Ability to draft and negotiate agreements with external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Produce contractual documentation for assigned areas.
• Draft agreements and support contract negotiations.
• Manage contract activities and resolve issues effectively.
• Assist in pricing and payment strategies.
• Contribute to financial target development and budget management.

Skills

Commercial negotiation

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Contract management

Education

Degree or equivalent vocational qualification

Job description

(Saudi National Only)

Grade: GG11

Location: RIYADH

Working hours: full time

Advert closing: 27/11/2025

Responsibilities

• Produce a full range of contractual documentation for assigned areas in line with all relevant BAESAI requirements and procedures.
• To draft agreements, liaise with the Legal Function, and participate in and support others in contract negotiations with all relevant parties to facilitate the smooth and successful conclusion of negotiations.
• Manage standard commercial and contract activities effectively, ensuring the swift and effective resolution of issues.
• Assist in the development, co‑ordination and implementation of pricing and payment strategies and policies in assigned areas, in accordance with all relevant BAESAI requirements and procedures.
• Assist in the development, co‑ordination and implementation of overall financial targets and budgetary management strategies in assigned areas.
• Identify potential areas of risk and carry out risk analyses and assessments to support the minimisation of risk.
• Contribute to building, managing and maintaining relationships with existing and future customers to ensure the effective management of business agreements and contracts throughout the full life cycle of a contract.
• Provide advice and guidance on Commercial, contractual and legal issues to facilitate effective business decision-making and the effective resolution of issues and disputes, including customer complaints in liaison with Legal Function where necessary.
• Monitor all relevant Commercial activities – including terms and conditions and price negotiations – to ensure that quality and cost are maintained to enable contractual obligations to be met.
• Lead, develop and motivate staff to ensure they are aware of and capable of delivering their responsibilities.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining Commercial procedures and policies and implement them in assigned standard areas to support improved business effectiveness.
• Keep up to date with and research new Commercial developments in assigned areas and assist in assessing their advantage to the company.
• Ensure strategic engagement and alignment with key suppliers and entities across the BAE Systems Group.

Job Requirements

• Essential
• Degree or equivalent vocational qualification and extensive experience within a Commercial position.
• Extensive knowledge of business unit policies used by BAE Systems Arabian Industries or by its parent company BAE Systems (or a comparable equivalent).
• Experience with Logistics Support and Support Solution Contracts (such as Availability contracts) is desirable.
• The ability to work alongside and to draft and negotiate agreements with external vendors to conclusion.
• The ability to work across functional areas with multiple internal and external stakeholders in Bid Management and Contract Delivery is essential.
• Track record of contributing to the management of complex business issues.
• Wide ranging experience of dealing with customers and suppliers in the UK, KSA and overseas.

SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and leave allowance, a full health care scheme and access to discounted gym membership.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems has a heritage of commitment to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. For 50 years, we have provided the platforms and services that support the Saudi armed forces to defend the interests of the Kingdom. In support of the Saudi Arabia National Objectives, we’ve invested heavily in the development of Saudi people, technology, infrastructure and local companies in the defence supply chain. Our investments have helped to develop the Saudi defence industry as well as developing a skilled and highly productive workforce.

(BAE Systems KSA is committed to the full inclusion of qualified people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, BAE Systems KSA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation during the job application or interview process, and or to perform essential job functions).

Note: All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.