Job Description
Interim Commercial Manager £650pd Duration: 12-Month Contract Location: 4 Days Onsite in Wiltshire Client: Major Public Sector organisation Rate: £650 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) Lead the commercial delivery of a major, high-value, public sector procurement. We're seeking an experienced Commercial Manager or Commercial Officer to join a high-performing commercial team delivering a strategically important procurement programme. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a complex £100m-£200m procurement, supporting the transition from an existing long-term outsourced service arrangement to a new competitive contract. The Role Working closely with project and commercial teams, you'll be responsible for delivering the commercial workstream across the full procurement lifecycle, including: Drafting contracts, terms and conditions, and tender documentation Developing commercial strategies, negotiation plans and procurement approaches Producing and tailoring contract documentation using established government contract models Managing end-to-end competitive procurement activity Leading supplier engagement, tender evaluation and commercial negotiations Providing commercial advice and supporting governance and approval processes Working collaboratively with a broad range of internal stakeholders to deliver successful commercial outcomes About You We're looking for commercial professionals who can demonstrate: 5+ years' commercial procurement experience Experience leading complex procurements from strategy through to contract award Strong contract drafting and commercial documentation experience Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Experience with large-scale service management or infrastructure contracts Public sector procurement experience is highly desirable Experience transitioning or recompeting outsourced service contracts would be a distinct advantage CIPS Level 4 (or equivalent) preferred Note: Due to the sensitive nature of this role, candidates will be required to hold or gain and maintain the necessary level of Security Clearance. This is an urgent requirement - if interested, please apply asap and any questions, email claire.shipman@1st-executive.com