Commercial / Procurement Manager – Defence
Turner & Townsend
Important: Before applying, due to the sensitive nature of these projects, you must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC). If you already hold SC clearance it is desirable. If you feel you would be a great candidate for this role, please apply.
Job Description
We are currently seeking Commercial and Procurement Managers to be part of our growing Defence Team working within the UK Defence Sector.
Responsibilities
- Procurement and Commercial Strategy.
- End‑to‑end Contract Management.
- Risk and Performance Management.
- Negotiation and Continuous Improvement.
- Governance and Compliance, both with internal policy and legal frameworks.
- Business Analysis and Problem Solving.
- Supplier Relationship and Category Management.
About you
As a candidate for this role you will have commercial/procurement experience built from a relevant sector and want to be part of a high‑functioning team focused on delivering world‑class outcomes to our Defence clients.
Required Experience and Skills
- Applied knowledge of procurement principles and practices with experience of procurement, contract management and/or contract placement (sourcing).
- Ability to identify and manage risk through the application of procurement/commercial tools and strategies.
- Understanding and applying programme, portfolio and project management tools.
- Supporting the delivery of procurement and tendering processes, applying commercial expertise and judgement accordingly.
- Proactively monitor supplier performance, applying strategies and tools to secure maximum value from contracts, motivating performance and driving innovation and continuous improvement.
Desirable Experience
- A background in Government Procurement processes, such as Single Source and Competitive.
- New Engineering Contract (NEC), FIDIC and/or Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) contract knowledge and experience.
Qualifications
- Professional qualification(s) in Business, Procurement/Supply Chain Management, Law, Project Management or a similar relevant discipline, or an equivalent level of relevant experience.
- Trained in, or holds a sufficient level of experience of, Defence and Security Public Contracting Regulations (DSPCR), the Public Contract Regulations (PCR) and/or the Procurement Act 2023.
Working in teams / site attendance
Turner & Townsend recognises the importance of helping employees harmonise their work and home life by offering hybrid working. You will be expected to be on client sites or Turner & Townsend offices approximately 60% of your time, with flexibility based on client and business requirements.
Security Clearance
Important: Before applying, due to the sensitive nature of these projects, you must be a sole UK National who is able to achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC). Many of the clients and projects we support are subject to MoD security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. Your eligibility may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels.
Location
Bristol, England (Greater Bristol Area as of 19 hours ago). Hybrid working allows flexibility across the region.
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.
Additional Information
We do not charge recruitment fees. No recruitment agency should ask for a fee at any time. If you are an authorised recruitment agency, a formal written agreement is required.
Seniority level
- Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
- Full‑time
Job function
- Project Management
- Construction, Civil Engineering, Business Consulting and Services
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