On behalf of our client, we are looking to appoint a Commercial Manager for an initial 6 -month contract. As the Commercial Manager you will identify and manage the commercial risks from the pre-bid phase up to project closure; as well as acting as focal point for offers and contracts and lead the commercial contract negotiation make informed decisions, building resilience into our network and setting best in class standards.

Role: Commercial Manager
Pay: £48 per hour via Umbrella rate
Location: Portsmouth
Contract: Monday to Friday, 37 Hours a week, 6-month contract
IR35 Status: Inside
SC Clearnce: SC Clearance on application

Responsibilities

Providing Commercial support to complex bids which require innovation and creativity
Ongoing management of contracts ranging in values and up to hundreds of millions
Providing Commercial support to manage change on existing contracts
Reviewing and leading the negotiation of a variety of contractual agreements
Working closely with and managing key stakeholders to deliver profitable solutions ensuring that Commercial risks are highlighted, mitigated and governance is followed
Working with the procurement organisation to advise on key contractual obligations and risks, ensuring flow down of key terms
Managing in accordance with company procedures and contractual requirements, to ensure efficient and accurate performance
Developing relationship with customers to ensure smooth running of existing contracts
Working flexibly to provide support to the wider business to provide commercial guidance and management
Employing commercial best practice, efficiency and responsiveness within an ethical environment
Essential requirements:

Demonstrated experience within the commercial field
Experience in a customer facing role
Experience in a competitive bid situation
Proven negotiation and contract management skills
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to interact and influence across a range of stakeholders
Knowledge of the defence industry
Attention to detail
Problem solving ability
Understands the principles of project management, risk management and financeIf you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation
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