Procurement and Commercial Specialist

2 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

About Us:

Turner & Townsend is a leading provider of commercial and cost management services to the Ministry of Defence and strategic Defence suppliers in the UK.

We play a crucial role in supporting the defence of the United Kingdom, whilst ensuring our clients achieve better outcomes.

Job Description:

We are currently seeking Commercial and Procurement Managers interested in working within the UK Defence Sector to be part of our growing Defence Team.

As a Commercial / Procurement Manager at Turner & Townsend, you will work directly with our Defence Clients supporting them in delivering outcomes in disciplines such as Sourcing and Procurement, Contract Management, Supply Chain Management, Business analysis and problem solving, Tendering and Stakeholder Management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify the most suitable commercial approach to a given circumstance, including assessing the potential trade-offs and the level of risk mitigation required to achieve the best outcome.
  • Support the delivery of procurement and tendering processes, applying commercial expertise and judgement, accordingly.
  • Monitor supplier performance through Contract Management, including Earned Value Management, cost analysis, and contract related management information systems.

Requirements:

  • Commercial experience of Procurement, Contract Management or Contract Placement (sourcing), in single source and competitive markets, preferably within Defence.
  • Ability to understand and apply programme, portfolio, and project management tools.
  • Professional qualification(s) in Commercial Management, Business, Law Project Management or a similar relevant discipline.

About You:

We are looking for passionate people to join our organisation who have a positive outlook, are seeking development opportunities for their career both personally and professionally.


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