At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial activities and drive innovative procurement strategies in defence.
- Company: Join a pioneering defence programme focused on digital transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, impactful projects, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a focus on innovation and efficiency.
- Why this job: Shape the future of procurement while making a real difference in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial and procurement within regulated sectors is essential.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Are you a commercial and procurement professional with experience delivering complex programmes within defence, government, or other regulated environments?
We're partnering with an innovative defence programme seeking a Commercial & Procurement Manager to play a key role in transforming how critical digital and technology capabilities are acquired and delivered.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial strategy, procurement excellence, and innovation.
What you'll be doing
- Leading commercial activity across the full procurement and acquisition lifecycle.
- Partnering with programme teams and senior stakeholders to develop and execute commercial strategies.
- Delivering procurement activity that enables the rapid adoption of digital and innovative technologies.
- Managing commercial risk, governance, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
- Driving process improvements that increase pace, efficiency, and commercial effectiveness.
- Supporting strategic initiatives that strengthen industrial capability, innovation, and programme outcomes.
What we're looking for
- Strong commercial and procurement experience within defence, the public sector, or complex regulated environments.
- Proven ability to manage end-to-end procurement and commercial activities.
- Experience influencing senior stakeholders and navigating complex governance structures.
- Knowledge of public procurement regulations and commercial best practice.
- A proactive mindset and a passion for delivering meaningful change.
Why this role?
This position offers the opportunity to work on high-impact programmes, influence strategic procurement decisions, and help shape the future of commercial delivery within a highly innovative environment.
You'll be joining a team focused on improving outcomes, accelerating delivery, and challenging traditional ways of working.
If you have a background in commercial management, procurement, contract management, category management, or acquisition delivery and would like to learn more, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.
+44 7451 264040
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