Senior Commercial

2 weeks ago

Bristol, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

Job Description Please note: this role requires a UK national who can achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC). Existing clearance is desirable. Role Overview and Responsibilities Senior Commercial and Procurement Manager – Defence Sector. You will support our Defence clients across the full commercial lifecycle, delivering outcomes in both public and private markets. Procurement and Commercial Strategy End‑to‑End Contract Management Risk and Performance Management Negotiation and Continuous Improvement Governance and Compliance with internal policies and legal frameworks Business Analysis and Problem Solving About you Extensive commercial experience, a passion for delivering high‑quality outcomes, and the ability to thrive in a high‑functioning, collaborative environment. Role Objectives Service Excellence – deploy market‑leading capability to optimise client satisfaction through knowledge, data and insight. Risk and Performance Management – identify, assess and mitigate project risks, implementing robust governance. Business Transformation and Stakeholder Engagement – support change management and efficiency initiatives. Leadership – deliver formal and informal leadership through coaching, line management, mentoring and knowledge sharing. Required Experience and Skills Applied knowledge of procurement principles and practices, including experience with contract management and/or contract placement. Ability to recommend the most suitable commercial approach, assessing trade‑offs and risk mitigation. Understanding and application of programme, portfolio and project management tools. Ownership of tender evaluation decisions, applying commercial expertise and judgement. Development and commercial assurance of business cases, strategies and contracting approaches. Implementation of contract and supplier management strategies to maximise value, motivate performance and drive innovation. Proactive monitoring of supplier performance with continuous improvement focus. Experience leading teams and providing strategic direction. Regular interaction with clients on complex and contentious issues; ability to chair internal and external meetings involving senior stakeholders. Supplier Relationship Management and Category Management experience. Qualifications Professional qualification(s) in Business, Procurement/Supply Chain Management, Law, Project Management or a similar discipline, or equivalent experience. Training or experience in Defence and Security Public Contracting Regulations (DSPCR), Public Contract Regulations (PCR) and/or the Procurement Act 2023. Work Arrangements Hybrid working is supported while recognising the need for on‑site presence 60% of the time, with flexibility based on client and business requirements. Equal Opportunity Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Security Clearance Only a sole UK national who can achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC) is eligible for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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