Axis CLC is a national property maintenance and compliance partner, delivering essential repairs, refurbishment and building safety services to keep the UK s homes and public buildings operating at their best. We combine nationwide capability with strong regional delivery, trusted by housing providers, local authorities and public-sector clients across the country. We are now seeking an experienced Partnership / Business Development Manager to own and grow a regional portfolio, winning, retaining and expanding contracts across the North. You will develop a high-quality pipeline, build senior client relationships, drive pre-construction activity, and convert opportunities into profitable, sustainable work. This role will be based from our Newcastle office, with regular travel across the region to meet clients and partners. We also offer the flexibility of hybrid working, aligned to business needs. What you ll deliver Growth: Build and maintain a qualified pipeline across the North; meet quarterly pipeline and order-intake targets. Retention & expansion: Protect key accounts and deliver growth plans across repairs, planned, compliance and retrofit. Client advocacy: Enhance client satisfaction/NPS through structured reviews and rapid escalation handling. Improved win rates: Lead early capture, opportunity shaping and price/quality alignment with Operational and Commercial teams. Market visibility: Strengthen Axis CLC s profile with frameworks, consortia and sector bodies; support Marketing with events and sector content. Key Responsibilities Client & Account Management Map stakeholders and decision-makers; develop multi-level relationships across asset, repairs, sustainability and procurement. Drive pre-tender engagement and secure framework positions. Opportunity Development Manage the pipeline (CRM) from early engagement to award, ensuring nothing is missed and priorities focus on winnable opportunities. Deliver targeted communications that support proactive business development. Pre-Construction & Bids Shape solutions with Ops and Commercial, including scope, programme, risk, technical approach and internal approvals. Lead capture plans, value propositions, case studies, client presentations and win themes. Support PQQ/ITT submissions with high-quality, accurate content. Commercial Insight Support pricing strategy, benchmarking, KPIs and contract mechanisms including SoRs, open-book and gainshare. Reporting & Market Intelligence Maintain CRM accuracy, contacts, meetings, deal stages and probabilities. Report weekly on pipeline, forecasts, risks and required actions. Track frameworks, procurement routes, competitors and policy trends (e.g., decarbonisation, Net Zero, social value). Collaboration Work cross-functionally with Operations, Commercial, Bids, Marketing, Finance, Compliance and Internal Comms. Experience We re Looking For Strong experience in business development, partnerships or account growth within social housing, property maintenance, construction or FM. Proven track record winning and growing contracts (repairs, planned, compliance, retrofit). Strong commercial acumen (pricing, KPIs, SLAs, risk allocation, SoRs). Excellent stakeholder engagement and presentation skills at all levels. CRM discipline (HubSpot, Salesforce, Dynamics or similar). Full UK driving licence; regional travel required. What We Offer Competitive base salary, plus performance bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension, medical scheme options and life assurance Car allowance Employee rewards and wellbeing programme Why Axis CLC? You ll be joining a national team with opportunities across a wide range of sectors, from housing and education to healthcare, defence and commercial property. With strong internal career pathways and a culture of developing talent, we offer long-term stability and growth. We re Committed to Inclusion We celebrate and value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Axis CLC is a national property maintenance and compliance partner, delivering essential repairs, refurbishment and building safety services to keep the UK s homes and public buildings operating at their best. We combine nationwide capability with strong regional delivery, trusted by housing providers, local authorities and public-sector clients across the country. We are now seeking an experienced Partnership / Business Development Manager to own and grow a regional portfolio, winning, retaining and expanding contracts across the North. You will develop a high-quality pipeline, build senior client relationships, drive pre-construction activity, and convert opportunities into profitable, sustainable work. This role will be based from our Newcastle office, with regular travel across the region to meet clients and partners. We also offer the flexibility of hybrid working, aligned to business needs. What you ll deliver Growth: Build and maintain a qualified pipeline across the North; meet quarterly pipeline and order-intake targets. Retention & expansion: Protect key accounts and deliver growth plans across repairs, planned, compliance and retrofit. Client advocacy: Enhance client satisfaction/NPS through structured reviews and rapid escalation handling. Improved win rates: Lead early capture, opportunity shaping and price/quality alignment with Operational and Commercial teams. Market visibility: Strengthen Axis CLC s profile with frameworks, consortia and sector bodies; support Marketing with events and sector content. Key Responsibilities Client & Account Management Map stakeholders and decision-makers; develop multi-level relationships across asset, repairs, sustainability and procurement. Drive pre-tender engagement and secure framework positions. Opportunity Development Manage the pipeline (CRM) from early engagement to award, ensuring nothing is missed and priorities focus on winnable opportunities. Deliver targeted communications that support proactive business development. Pre-Construction & Bids Shape solutions with Ops and Commercial, including scope, programme, risk, technical approach and internal approvals. Lead capture plans, value propositions, case studies, client presentations and win themes. Support PQQ/ITT submissions with high-quality, accurate content. Commercial Insight Support pricing strategy, benchmarking, KPIs and contract mechanisms including SoRs, open-book and gainshare. Reporting & Market Intelligence Maintain CRM accuracy, contacts, meetings, deal stages and probabilities. Report weekly on pipeline, forecasts, risks and required actions. Track frameworks, procurement routes, competitors and policy trends (e.g., decarbonisation, Net Zero, social value). Collaboration Work cross-functionally with Operations, Commercial, Bids, Marketing, Finance, Compliance and Internal Comms. Experience We re Looking For Strong experience in business development, partnerships or account growth within social housing, property maintenance, construction or FM. Proven track record winning and growing contracts (repairs, planned, compliance, retrofit). Strong commercial acumen (pricing, KPIs, SLAs, risk allocation, SoRs). Excellent stakeholder engagement and presentation skills at all levels. CRM discipline (HubSpot, Salesforce, Dynamics or similar). Full UK driving licence; regional travel required. What We Offer Competitive base salary, plus performance bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension, medical scheme options and life assurance Car allowance Employee rewards and wellbeing programme Why Axis CLC? You ll be joining a national team with opportunities across a wide range of sectors, from housing and education to healthcare, defence and commercial property. With strong internal career pathways and a culture of developing talent, we offer long-term stability and growth. We re Committed to Inclusion We celebrate and value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Programme Manager - Customer Relations in Aerospace 62,000 - 72,000 + 10% bonus + other benefits Gloucestershire, UK Aerospace Permanent Hybrid working - 3 days on-site The role: This is a commercially focused programme management role sitting within a world-leading manufacturer of aerospace components. You will own a major long-term OEM customer partnership, managing the end-to-end relationship and delivery of newly manufactured aerospace components supplied into high-profile civil, commercial & defence platforms globally. This role is not a traditional internal project management position. It is a customer-facing, commercially driven programme management role requiring someone who can operate at a strategic level with major OEM customers while simultaneously driving complex internal workstreams relating to supply chain, obsolescence, lifecycle risk and product change. What the role involves: - Owning a long-term strategic partnership with a major defence or aerospace OEM - acting as the primary commercial and programme interface for all newly manufactured components - Managing all aspects of delivery performance including customer OTD, quality scorecard metrics and commercial commitments across the programme lifecycle - Leading internal lifecycle and risk mitigation projects - including obsolescence resolution within sub-assemblies, product change management and critical path management - Working closely with procurement and supply chain teams to manage supplier performance, resolve component availability issues and protect programme delivery - Leading and participating in programme reviews, IPTs and PMRs with both internal and external customers, applying a structured tollgate governance framework - Full P&L accountability for the programme - managing annual budget, pricing, margin improvement and bids and proposals - Demand management via the S&OP process for OE supply planning - Managing product changes driven by obsolescence, reliability improvement, cost reduction or customer request What we are looking for: - Proven experience managing long-term OEM or Tier 1 customer programmes within aerospace, defence or complex manufacturing - Strong commercial acumen - comfortable with P&L ownership, pricing, margin management and contractual negotiations with major customers - Demonstrable experience managing obsolescence programmes or lifecycle risk within a sub-assembly or component manufacturing environment - Confident working cross-functionally with procurement and supply chain teams - this role interfaces heavily with buyers and suppliers, not engineering teams - Experienced in managing multiple concurrent workstreams and maintaining a clear critical path under competing priorities - Degree-level educated in engineering, business, or a related discipline - or equivalent industry experience - PMI certification or equivalent project management qualification is desirable but not essential - Willingness to travel internationally up to 10% This will be an excellent opportunity to join the headquarters of a major Aerospace Manufacturer & ensure long lasting relationships are strengthened across the industry.
Jul 03, 2026
Full time
Programme Manager - Customer Relations in Aerospace 62,000 - 72,000 + 10% bonus + other benefits Gloucestershire, UK Aerospace Permanent Hybrid working - 3 days on-site The role: This is a commercially focused programme management role sitting within a world-leading manufacturer of aerospace components. You will own a major long-term OEM customer partnership, managing the end-to-end relationship and delivery of newly manufactured aerospace components supplied into high-profile civil, commercial & defence platforms globally. This role is not a traditional internal project management position. It is a customer-facing, commercially driven programme management role requiring someone who can operate at a strategic level with major OEM customers while simultaneously driving complex internal workstreams relating to supply chain, obsolescence, lifecycle risk and product change. What the role involves: - Owning a long-term strategic partnership with a major defence or aerospace OEM - acting as the primary commercial and programme interface for all newly manufactured components - Managing all aspects of delivery performance including customer OTD, quality scorecard metrics and commercial commitments across the programme lifecycle - Leading internal lifecycle and risk mitigation projects - including obsolescence resolution within sub-assemblies, product change management and critical path management - Working closely with procurement and supply chain teams to manage supplier performance, resolve component availability issues and protect programme delivery - Leading and participating in programme reviews, IPTs and PMRs with both internal and external customers, applying a structured tollgate governance framework - Full P&L accountability for the programme - managing annual budget, pricing, margin improvement and bids and proposals - Demand management via the S&OP process for OE supply planning - Managing product changes driven by obsolescence, reliability improvement, cost reduction or customer request What we are looking for: - Proven experience managing long-term OEM or Tier 1 customer programmes within aerospace, defence or complex manufacturing - Strong commercial acumen - comfortable with P&L ownership, pricing, margin management and contractual negotiations with major customers - Demonstrable experience managing obsolescence programmes or lifecycle risk within a sub-assembly or component manufacturing environment - Confident working cross-functionally with procurement and supply chain teams - this role interfaces heavily with buyers and suppliers, not engineering teams - Experienced in managing multiple concurrent workstreams and maintaining a clear critical path under competing priorities - Degree-level educated in engineering, business, or a related discipline - or equivalent industry experience - PMI certification or equivalent project management qualification is desirable but not essential - Willingness to travel internationally up to 10% This will be an excellent opportunity to join the headquarters of a major Aerospace Manufacturer & ensure long lasting relationships are strengthened across the industry.
Procurement Manager Gillingham, Kent Up to £50,000 DOE Full-time (Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00) We are working with a well-established and growing construction contractor delivering complex refurbishment and specialist building projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Procurement Manager to join their team in Gillingham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative procurement function where you'll play a key role in delivering high-value projects and contributing to the ongoing development of processes and supply chain capability. The Role As Procurement Manager, you will take ownership of procurement activities across multiple live and pre-construction projects, ensuring packages are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with quality and compliance requirements. You will also support continuous improvement across procurement processes, while working closely with commercial, project, and site teams. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end procurement of subcontractor, consultant, and specialist packages Prepare and issue tenders, analyse bids, and carry out detailed cost comparisons Negotiate terms, pricing, and programme requirements to achieve best value Manage high-value and business-critical procurement packages across multiple projects Ensure procurement activities align with budgets, programmes, and commercial strategy Maintain accurate procurement trackers, schedules, and reporting Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities Support and mentor junior team members within the team Work closely with commercial, estimating, and project delivery teams About You Proven procurement experience within construction (essential) Experience working on specialist building, external envelope, or refurbishment-focused projects Strong commercial awareness with experience negotiating subcontract packages Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills Strong communication and stakeholder management skills What's on Offer Up to £50,000 salary, depending on experience Generous holiday scheme - 25 days + additional days gifted around Christmas/New Year + bank holidays Pension, Private Medical (after probation), DIS, Employee Assistance Scheme Office-based role with potential for hybrid working after probation Supportive, collaborative team environment Opportunity to develop and influence procurement processes
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Procurement Manager Gillingham, Kent Up to £50,000 DOE Full-time (Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00) We are working with a well-established and growing construction contractor delivering complex refurbishment and specialist building projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Procurement Manager to join their team in Gillingham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative procurement function where you'll play a key role in delivering high-value projects and contributing to the ongoing development of processes and supply chain capability. The Role As Procurement Manager, you will take ownership of procurement activities across multiple live and pre-construction projects, ensuring packages are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with quality and compliance requirements. You will also support continuous improvement across procurement processes, while working closely with commercial, project, and site teams. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end procurement of subcontractor, consultant, and specialist packages Prepare and issue tenders, analyse bids, and carry out detailed cost comparisons Negotiate terms, pricing, and programme requirements to achieve best value Manage high-value and business-critical procurement packages across multiple projects Ensure procurement activities align with budgets, programmes, and commercial strategy Maintain accurate procurement trackers, schedules, and reporting Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities Support and mentor junior team members within the team Work closely with commercial, estimating, and project delivery teams About You Proven procurement experience within construction (essential) Experience working on specialist building, external envelope, or refurbishment-focused projects Strong commercial awareness with experience negotiating subcontract packages Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills Strong communication and stakeholder management skills What's on Offer Up to £50,000 salary, depending on experience Generous holiday scheme - 25 days + additional days gifted around Christmas/New Year + bank holidays Pension, Private Medical (after probation), DIS, Employee Assistance Scheme Office-based role with potential for hybrid working after probation Supportive, collaborative team environment Opportunity to develop and influence procurement processes
Are you an experienced Buyer? We have a fantastic role for an international manufacturing company that invests in people and provides great career opportunities and development This is a flexible employer that can offer hybrid working. This role will be responsible for purchasing raw materials for manufacturing requirements. You will be responsible for many suppliers and ensuring the purchasing requirements are adhered to, enabling the supplier to deliver materials for the various manufacturing sites. Job Description: To be responsible for various automotive commodities covering a global supply base, comprising direct and indirect purchases To identify and investigate potential alternative suppliers where appropriate to reduce business risk To evaluate bids, select and recommend suppliers as well as negotiate pricing, delivery, quality and service Follow up on awards until completion of order When necessary, negotiate and settle with suppliers regarding rejections, losses, return of materials, etc Targeted year-on-year cost reductions Review and process purchase requisitions to ensure compliance with applicable requirements. Assist accounting staff in resolving invoice discrepancies Leading purchasing activities for the project: for mass production parts and parts in development for the project Purchasing interface between project engineering, purchasing, sales and manufacturing Member of the project team reporting to the Platform manager for all activities related to the project Including quarterly report of results Candidate Requirements: Automotive industry experience is essential Knowledge of materials such as plastic and rubber parts Technical understanding of the goods Strong communication and negotiation skills Proven problem-solving skills Computer literate in MS Project and MRP systems This role is commutable from: Stoke on Trent, Newcastle Under Lyme, Keele, Stone, Woore, Madeley, Hanley This role would suit candidates with the following experience: Buyer, Senior Buyer, Commodity Buyer, Purchasing assistant, Procurement assistant Hours: Monday Thursday 7:30 am 4:30 pm - Friday 7:30 am 12:30 pm Salary: Up to £40,000 Per Annum Benefits: Hybrid working once agreed with the line manager (3 days in the office, Mondays are mandatory, and 2 days WFH) 12% employer s pension contribution Able to join the company-paid health cash plan at Level 1 or Level 2 Holidays: 25 days annual leave, which rises with service + Bank Holidays Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Buyer? We have a fantastic role for an international manufacturing company that invests in people and provides great career opportunities and development This is a flexible employer that can offer hybrid working. This role will be responsible for purchasing raw materials for manufacturing requirements. You will be responsible for many suppliers and ensuring the purchasing requirements are adhered to, enabling the supplier to deliver materials for the various manufacturing sites. Job Description: To be responsible for various automotive commodities covering a global supply base, comprising direct and indirect purchases To identify and investigate potential alternative suppliers where appropriate to reduce business risk To evaluate bids, select and recommend suppliers as well as negotiate pricing, delivery, quality and service Follow up on awards until completion of order When necessary, negotiate and settle with suppliers regarding rejections, losses, return of materials, etc Targeted year-on-year cost reductions Review and process purchase requisitions to ensure compliance with applicable requirements. Assist accounting staff in resolving invoice discrepancies Leading purchasing activities for the project: for mass production parts and parts in development for the project Purchasing interface between project engineering, purchasing, sales and manufacturing Member of the project team reporting to the Platform manager for all activities related to the project Including quarterly report of results Candidate Requirements: Automotive industry experience is essential Knowledge of materials such as plastic and rubber parts Technical understanding of the goods Strong communication and negotiation skills Proven problem-solving skills Computer literate in MS Project and MRP systems This role is commutable from: Stoke on Trent, Newcastle Under Lyme, Keele, Stone, Woore, Madeley, Hanley This role would suit candidates with the following experience: Buyer, Senior Buyer, Commodity Buyer, Purchasing assistant, Procurement assistant Hours: Monday Thursday 7:30 am 4:30 pm - Friday 7:30 am 12:30 pm Salary: Up to £40,000 Per Annum Benefits: Hybrid working once agreed with the line manager (3 days in the office, Mondays are mandatory, and 2 days WFH) 12% employer s pension contribution Able to join the company-paid health cash plan at Level 1 or Level 2 Holidays: 25 days annual leave, which rises with service + Bank Holidays Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region
Mechanical and Electrical Manager (M&E Manager) Derby - M&E Manager c 50k - 62k neg dep exp + car allowance + benefits Our highly successful niche sector client based in Derby offers a range of highest quality technical solutions that encompass high-integrity control and monitoring systems to blue chip clients worldwide, and as a result of continued success and an ongoing planned programme of strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit an experienced and professional Mechanical and Electrical Manager (M&E Manager) to oversee the supply chain operation and support the planning, procurement and delivery of M&E works across a range of projects and bids. To be considered for this varied and challenging Mechanical and Electrical Manager (M&E Manager) role, you will be a well organised team player who demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and commercial awareness and a high level of electrical infrastructure and electrical principles knowledge, holding a relevant qualification (HND or above) in electrical engineering or equivalent, whilst also having the appropriate skills and experience to undertake the following (including but not limited to) duties: Tender Stages: Co-ordinating and attending site surveys at both tender and project delivery stages. Evaluating M&E supplier proposals for scope completeness, risk, programme and commercial alignment Supporting the bid team with pricing strategy, risk allowances, qualifications and clarifications for M&E scope. Project Delivery for M&E Works: Producing technical and delivery requirements for supplier quotations and conducting evaluations and supporting site surveys as required to inform delivery strategy. Attending design meetings (along with design sub-contractor as required). Providing technical and delivery support to the Site Supervisor in site progress meetings and assisting the Project Managers in the planning, execution and completion of the M&E sub-contract works, and managing supplier progress and performance, ensuring alignment with project plans. Managing and reviewing the production of supplier designs Managing M&E FAT's and reviewing all relevant documentation. Managing the co-ordination of designers and installers (which may be different sub-contractors) Reviewing site test documentation and RAMS for suitability, completeness and alignment. Managing site supervisors for M&E works and all aspects of installation handover, as well as all associated members of the team including Commissioning Engineers, Electrical Design Engineers and CAD Engineers. It is envisaged that the successful Mechanical and Electrical Manager (M&E Manager) candidate will be qualified to at least HND Electrical Engineering or above and demonstrate at least 4 years previous experience in a similar role with a high level of familiarity of electrical infrastructure and electrical principles normally associated with projects in transportation, power or comparable sizable projects from other sectors and extensive experience of supporting bids or preconstruction activities. With a good level of IT proficiency (Excel and Word mandatory) and be legally permitted to work in the Republic of Ireland without restriction, you will be comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines with excellent attention to detail and the flexibility and adaptability to manage a range of different tasks and to work extra hours as required. Contact the Electrical Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your cv in confidence to (url removed) for further details.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Mechanical and Electrical Manager (M&E Manager) Derby - M&E Manager c 50k - 62k neg dep exp + car allowance + benefits Our highly successful niche sector client based in Derby offers a range of highest quality technical solutions that encompass high-integrity control and monitoring systems to blue chip clients worldwide, and as a result of continued success and an ongoing planned programme of strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit an experienced and professional Mechanical and Electrical Manager (M&E Manager) to oversee the supply chain operation and support the planning, procurement and delivery of M&E works across a range of projects and bids. To be considered for this varied and challenging Mechanical and Electrical Manager (M&E Manager) role, you will be a well organised team player who demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and commercial awareness and a high level of electrical infrastructure and electrical principles knowledge, holding a relevant qualification (HND or above) in electrical engineering or equivalent, whilst also having the appropriate skills and experience to undertake the following (including but not limited to) duties: Tender Stages: Co-ordinating and attending site surveys at both tender and project delivery stages. Evaluating M&E supplier proposals for scope completeness, risk, programme and commercial alignment Supporting the bid team with pricing strategy, risk allowances, qualifications and clarifications for M&E scope. Project Delivery for M&E Works: Producing technical and delivery requirements for supplier quotations and conducting evaluations and supporting site surveys as required to inform delivery strategy. Attending design meetings (along with design sub-contractor as required). Providing technical and delivery support to the Site Supervisor in site progress meetings and assisting the Project Managers in the planning, execution and completion of the M&E sub-contract works, and managing supplier progress and performance, ensuring alignment with project plans. Managing and reviewing the production of supplier designs Managing M&E FAT's and reviewing all relevant documentation. Managing the co-ordination of designers and installers (which may be different sub-contractors) Reviewing site test documentation and RAMS for suitability, completeness and alignment. Managing site supervisors for M&E works and all aspects of installation handover, as well as all associated members of the team including Commissioning Engineers, Electrical Design Engineers and CAD Engineers. It is envisaged that the successful Mechanical and Electrical Manager (M&E Manager) candidate will be qualified to at least HND Electrical Engineering or above and demonstrate at least 4 years previous experience in a similar role with a high level of familiarity of electrical infrastructure and electrical principles normally associated with projects in transportation, power or comparable sizable projects from other sectors and extensive experience of supporting bids or preconstruction activities. With a good level of IT proficiency (Excel and Word mandatory) and be legally permitted to work in the Republic of Ireland without restriction, you will be comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines with excellent attention to detail and the flexibility and adaptability to manage a range of different tasks and to work extra hours as required. Contact the Electrical Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your cv in confidence to (url removed) for further details.
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
GBR Recruitment are delighted to be working exclusively with a Lincolnshire based defence company recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead with Defence / MOD sector experience (products / services into) to lead all commercial activities, putting together the commercial strategy & rolling it out operationally, in turn driving efficiencies & increasing business growth. You will play a lead role in all MOD / defence tender bids up to 100M, as well as overseeing procurement, pricing agreements, costings, customer / supplier contractual terms negotiations & more, ensuring this commercial defence business remains financially strong & that any commercial risks are mitigated. In this key commercial executive level role, you will have strong knowledge of MOD / Defence Frameworks, plus security classifications ITAR / Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs & ISO compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a defence / MOD background, who has worked as or is working as a Head of Commercial, Commercial Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Commercial & Contracts Lead, Commercial Account Manager, Business Manager or similar with comparable day to day duties. Duties: Re-engineer, implement and execute the commercial strategy to drive substantial business growth, across both defence software & hardware service lines. Responsible for the full life-cycle of contract management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, monitoring, and renewal of defence contracts. Lead / steer all commercial business proposals, MOD tenders & MOD bids of various complexities & varying monetary values Produce accurate commercially viable pricing models for software products, licensing structures, support packages & hardware maintenance servicing agreements. Analyse commercial performance metrics / MI / KPI's, profitability levels, & overall cost management. Main commercial point of contact for key defence / MOD / government customers, business partners & key suppliers. Deliver the right commercial strategy operationally by working closely with the wider operation including software engineering, hardware maintenance, operations & programme management teams to ensure the business is in a strong position commercially and working to a strategy that is deliverable / profitable. Build & grow strong relationships with defence-sector clients, ensuring clarity on all deliverables, achievable service levels (SLA's) & contractual expectations. Ensure all contracts meet regulatory, legal & financial requirements, including MOD/defence procurement frameworks where applicable. Manage contract change notices, variations & performance measures. Monitor commercial performance metrics, profitability & cost management. Produce & deliver weekly & monthly reports to share with the SMT / MD. Mitigate any commercial & contractual risks. Ensure Compliance with applicable regulations, including security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, relevant ISO standards & any other areas of compliance as necessary, ensuring the maintenance of commercial documentation, audit records & contract frameworks. Coach, mentor & develop the Commercial Officer who reports into you Attributes: Minimum CIPS Level 5 preferred Used to supplying services / products into government & defence industry customers. Knowledge of security classifications, ITAR/Export Controls, DEFCONS, DEFSTANs, plus relevant ISO standards. Used to working on & heading up high value business tenders M's Used to having full control of all commercials Used to leading others, as this has one direct report MOD / defence background, ideally with some knowledge of electronic warfare (EW), radar technology & other next generation defence measures Interviews for this role are to take place immediately. This role is commutable from Lincoln, Newark, Grantham, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Spalding, Boston, Nottingham, Rotherham, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby & Hull. Plus the client is open to those seeking to relocate to one of these listed areas. There may be some flexibility in terms of the odd day working remotely from home. Apply today!
Hays Construction and Property
Reading, Oxfordshire
We are supporting a Top Tier Contractor in their search for a Bid Manager Bid Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end bid process for major construction projects across the South of England. The role involves coordinating multidisciplinary inputs and developing structured, high-quality submissions aligned to client requirements and evaluation criteria.The position will support a diverse portfolio of work, including frameworks and competitively tendered projects across sectors such as education (DfE), justice (MoJ), defence (MoD), and other public and private sector programmes. Project values typically range from 20m to 200m, encompassing both single-stage and two-stage procurement routes. You will: Lead the bid process from pre-qualification through to final submission Develop and manage bid programmes, ensuring compliance with client timelines, governance, and procurement requirements Coordinate inputs from technical, commercial and operational teams to produce integrated, compliant submissions Translate technical solutions into clear, structured responses aligned to evaluation criteria and scoring methodologies Ensure consistency of messaging and alignment across written, graphic and commercial content Facilitate bid workshops, reviews and internal governance processes (e.g. PQQ, SQ, ITT, pricing reviews) Support the preparation and delivery of client presentations, interviews and clarification responses Maintain bid quality standards, ensuring submissions are accurate, competitive, and fully compliant You will have: Relevant experience leading bids for construction projects ( 20m- 200m) Experience in frameworks and public sector procurement (e.g. DfE, MoJ, MoD) Knowledge including two-stage and negotiated routes High-level written communication skills, with the ability to produce concise, structured and evaluative technical responses What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
We are supporting a Top Tier Contractor in their search for a Bid Manager Bid Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end bid process for major construction projects across the South of England. The role involves coordinating multidisciplinary inputs and developing structured, high-quality submissions aligned to client requirements and evaluation criteria.The position will support a diverse portfolio of work, including frameworks and competitively tendered projects across sectors such as education (DfE), justice (MoJ), defence (MoD), and other public and private sector programmes. Project values typically range from 20m to 200m, encompassing both single-stage and two-stage procurement routes. You will: Lead the bid process from pre-qualification through to final submission Develop and manage bid programmes, ensuring compliance with client timelines, governance, and procurement requirements Coordinate inputs from technical, commercial and operational teams to produce integrated, compliant submissions Translate technical solutions into clear, structured responses aligned to evaluation criteria and scoring methodologies Ensure consistency of messaging and alignment across written, graphic and commercial content Facilitate bid workshops, reviews and internal governance processes (e.g. PQQ, SQ, ITT, pricing reviews) Support the preparation and delivery of client presentations, interviews and clarification responses Maintain bid quality standards, ensuring submissions are accurate, competitive, and fully compliant You will have: Relevant experience leading bids for construction projects ( 20m- 200m) Experience in frameworks and public sector procurement (e.g. DfE, MoJ, MoD) Knowledge including two-stage and negotiated routes High-level written communication skills, with the ability to produce concise, structured and evaluative technical responses What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
