Senior Commercial Manager

Bournemouth, Dorset
Jigsaw Specialist Recruitment

Senior Commercial Manager Defence Sector

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join a leading organisation within the defence sector. This is a key commercial role supporting major programmes and new business opportunities, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver commercial strategy, manage risk and maximise value.

The successful candidate will have strong experience managing complex defence contracts alongside proven commercial negotiation and programme financial management expertise. You will play a pivotal role in contract governance, customer relationships, commercial performance and strategic bid support.

Key Requirements:

• Extensive experience managing large, complex contracts within the Defence sector
• Strong commercial negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with UK Defence contractual frameworks
• Financial and risk management expertise within programme environments
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Degree qualified or equivalent professional experience

Defence and/or aerospace industry experience is highly desirable. Occasional UK travel required.

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