Summary Shape commercial strategy across complex defence programmes while building structured, scalable commercial frameworks. You will influence key decisions, strengthen governance and develop into broader commercial leadership. Location and setup Hybrid working (1-2 days a week) in Portsmouth, with travel to other sites as required. This is a permanent, full-time role. What you will be doing • Lead end to end commercial and contractual activity from early opportunity through to contract completion and close out • Provide commercial leadership across a portfolio of programmes, ensuring governance, compliance and risk management are applied consistently • Support bid activity with pricing strategy, contract review and commercial input to secure new work • Deliver financial oversight across projects including cost control, margin protection and performance tracking • Manage and enhance supply chain performance, building resilience and improving supplier outcomes • Partner with leadership and delivery teams to ensure commercial decisions are timely, informed and aligned to business strategy • Develop and embed best practice commercial processes that enable sustainable growth Your experience • Strong background in defence contracting, including familiarity with industry standards and frameworks • Experience supporting both bids and live programme delivery in a commercial capaci...
Commercial Manager in Fareham employer: Electus Recruitment Solutions
Join a leading defence company in Bristol, where innovation meets purpose. We offer a collaborative work culture that fosters technical excellence and provides ample opportunities for professional growth within the defence sector. With a focus on advanced Air Defence systems, you'll be part of a team that values your expertise and encourages hands-on involvement in shaping critical software architectures.
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Electus Recruitment Solutions Recruitment Team
