17 commercial contracts manager jobs found

Position: Supplier Relationship Manager Contract: Initial 9 months Day Rate: £600 - £650 (inside IR35) Location: Sheffield (Hybrid - 2 days per week) Availability: ASAP start Are you an experienced Supplier Relationship Manager with extensive experience of supplier management & improvement? If so, please apply now for this new contract opportunity. This is an exciting opportunity to join an enterprise scale organisation at a time of major transformation and modernisation. The Supplier Relationship Manager will be managing 2 large suppliers for Data Centre Hosting and Networking & Telephony services. You will be acting as the first point of contact for escalations using ServiceNow, manage the day-to-day statement of work agreements and general commercial performance. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in large, enterprise-scale environments and can hit the ground running. You will need to have had experience of managing IT/Technical suppliers and assessing...

Join a world-renowned aerospace organisation as a Supply Chain Lead in Portsmouth on a hybrid basis Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Supply Chain Lead to add to their talented, hardworking team in Portsmouth on an initial 18 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. The rate per hour: £31.74 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella The role: Working within the Warship Support Maritime Services Supply Chain responsible for delivering procurement / supply chain activities associated with a defined area. The role includes supporting the development of procurement / supply chain strategies & plans, and the engagement and management of suppliers, projects and other stakeholders to deliver project/business objectives. The coaching, mentoring and development of team members to drive performance. * Support and/or prepare outputs and deliverables and select suppliers...

Contract inside IR35 till the end of the year with possible extension We are seeking an experienced HR Contracts Manager to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in supporting the mobilisation and management of a large, complex workforce while ensuring the effective delivery of workforce-related contracts and supplier partnerships. Reporting into the HR Leadership Team, you will work closely with Procurement, Legal, Recruitment, Workforce Planning and key business stakeholders to manage workforce supply arrangements and drive supplier performance across the project. Key Responsibilities Manage workforce-related contracts, including recruitment agencies, managed service providers (MSPs), contingent labour suppliers and other strategic workforce partners. Lead supplier relationship management activities, including performance reviews and governance meetings. Monitor supplier performance against agreed KPIs, SLAs and contractual obligations....

Supply Chain Principal - 18 month contract - Portsmouth Naval Base, Hampshire - £37.61 ph UMB or £28 ph PAYE (Inside IR35) The Umbrella rate quoted above is the Gross Umbrella rate (i.e. the rate we pay to the Umbrella Company inclusive of ALL employment costs). Please note, the rate paid by the Umbrella will be less, as will a Limited Deemed rate or Agency PAYE rate. Please get in touch to discuss the rates via these different payment vehicles. The Role Working within the Warship Support Maritime Services Supply Chain responsible for delivering procurement / supply chain activities associated with a defined area. The role includes supporting the development of procurement / supply chain strategies & plans, and the engagement and management of suppliers, projects and other stakeholders to deliver project/business objectives. The management, coaching, mentoring and development of subordinate team members to drive performance. Responsible for the day to day procurement of...

Supply Chain Manager - 18 month contract - Portsmouth Naval Base, Hampshire - £56.62 ph UMB or £42 ph PAYE (Inside IR35) The Umbrella rate quoted above is the Gross Umbrella rate (i.e. the rate we pay to the Umbrella Company inclusive of ALL employment costs). Please note, the rate paid by the Umbrella will be less, as will a Limited Deemed rate or Agency PAYE rate. Please get in touch to discuss the rates via these different payment vehicles. The Role To work with the Commercial, Operations and Engineering teams to provide a resource to plan, select, negotiate, purchase, expedite and make available materials to meet stringent project cost, quality and timescales requirements relating to the Ship Repair Delivery business stream. Working with the relevant Category Manager, implement contracts and contract amendments for subcontracted services and enabling agreements to provide business risk assurance and value for money commitments. To contribute to the development of the...

Join a world-renowned aerospace organisation as a Supply Chain Principal in Portsmouth on a hybrid basis Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Supply Chain Principal to add to their talented, hardworking team in Portsmouth on an initial 18 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. The rate per hour: £37.61 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella The role: Working within the Warship Support Maritime Services Supply Chain responsible for delivering procurement / supply chain activities associated with a defined area. The role includes supporting the development of procurement / supply chain strategies & plans, and the engagement and management of suppliers, projects and other stakeholders to deliver project/business objectives. The management, coaching, mentoring and development of subordinate team members to drive performance.  Line Management responsibilities...

Join a world-renowned aerospace organisation as a Supply Chain Principal in Portsmouth on a hybrid basis Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Supply Chain Principal to add to their talented, hardworking team in Portsmouth on an initial 18 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. The rate per hour: £37.61 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella The role: Working within the Warship Support Maritime Services Supply Chain responsible for delivering procurement / supply chain activities associated with a defined area. The role includes supporting the development of procurement / supply chain strategies & plans, and the engagement and management of suppliers, projects and other stakeholders to deliver project/business objectives. The management, coaching, mentoring and development of subordinate team members to drive performance.  Line Management responsibilities...

Interim Fire Safety Manager London | 3–6 Month Contract | £400–£600 per day (Inside IR35) The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Safety Manager to join a leading property and real estate organisation, managing fire safety across a large, complex and high-profile estate in London. Working as part of the wider Health, Safety, Building Safety and Compliance team, you will play a key role in ensuring fire safety risks are effectively managed, compliance obligations are met, and fire safety standards are maintained across a diverse property portfolio. This position would suit an experienced Fire Safety professional with a strong understanding of fire risk management within commercial property, mixed-use developments, large estates, facilities management or real estate environments. Key Responsibilities * Lead the management and review of fire risk assessments across the estate. * Ensure fire risk assessment actions are appropriately...

Location: Luton (4-5 days per week onsite) Duration: 12 month contract Rate: £79.80ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details: Our client, a leading defence and aerospace company, are looking for 5 x Engineering Work Package Managers to join them on a contract basis. Within their Integrated Project Team (IPT), you will lead a cross-functional engineering team to deliver a complete, compliant solution that meets customer, contractual, legal, and company requirements, while balancing performance, cost, and schedule. You will define and structure the project's Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), plan and schedule engineering activities, and provide regular progress reports. You will also establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure efficiency and effectiveness, using these to monitor and improve engineering performance. The role includes working closely with customers and suppliers, aligning Engineering Plans with project constraints, managing resources, identifying and...

Senior Project Manager Reading 6-Month Contract Paying up to £88p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to already hold a high level of UK Security clearance Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of a Digital HR SaaS/COTS solution Manage the full project lifecycle including RFP, supplier selection, implementation, go-live, hypercare and transition to BAU Create and maintain project plans, governance, reporting, risk, and budget controls Coordinate cross-functional teams, including HR, Procurement, Finance, Commercial and Technical stakeholders Manage external delivery partners and systems integrators to ensure delivery against milestones and quality standards Support contract mobilisation and ensure compliance with governance, architecture, and security frameworks Drive issue resolution, dependency management, and stakeholder communication at the senior level Work closely with Product Owners and Solution Architects to ensure...

Lead Research Operations Manager Location: London, Bristol or Manchester, 2 days on site per week Contract: 6 months, scope to extend Clearance: Active SC is preferred Inside IR35, £675 P/D Overview We are seeking a Lead Research Operations Manager to support a government client focusing on improving and scaling research operations. You will operate at a senior level to remove operational barriers, streamline research practices, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of research delivery across a complex, multi-service environment. Key Responsibilities Lead research operations strategy and execution across key programmes Identify and remove operational blockers to improve research delivery at scale Improve participant recruitment processes across complex and high-risk user groups Establish and enhance governance, ethics, and research processes Work with stakeholders to align solutions and drive adoption of best practice Manage tooling, suppliers, and operational...

We are looking for an experienced Interim Procurement Transformation Manager to design and implement a contract management function from the ground up. This is a hands-on transformation role embedding contract management structure, strengthening supplier governance, and driving behavioural change. Client Details This role is within a public sector organisation. Description Key responsibilities include: Lead the design and implementation of a contract management framework from scratch Introduce structured approaches such as contract segmentation (Gold / Silver / Bronze) and ensure appropriate management strategies are applied Drive the adoption of category management principles, embedding them across stakeholders Develop and roll out templates, playbooks, and governance frameworks Deliver training and upskilling programmes across procurement and the wider business Support and attend key supplier meetings, improving governance, performance, and commercial outcomes Lead...

Join a world-renowned aerospace organisation as a Supply Chain Manager in Portsmouth on a hybrid basis Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for Supply Chain Manager to add to their talented, hardworking team in Portsmouth on an initial 18 months contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same. The rate per hour: £56.62 per hour inside IR35 / umbrella The role: To work with the Commercial, Operations and Engineering teams to provide a resource to plan, select, negotiate, purchase, expedite and make available materials to meet stringent project cost, quality and timescales requirements relating to the Ship Repair Delivery business stream. * To execute all material procurements in conjunction with the Engineering, Operations and Project Management teams making sure timescales and lead times are embedded in the project plan * To select appropriate make/buy and implement category /...

We are seeking an experienced Interim IT Sourcing Manager to lead complex, high-value sourcing activity across major IT categories. This role is suited to a commercially astute professional with a strong track record of delivering value through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement within a highly regulated environment. Client Details The hiring organisation is a large public sector entity with a focus on infrastructure and services. They operate in a structured environment and are dedicated to optimising procurement and supply chain operations. You will manage end-to-end sourcing activity for multi‑million‑pound opportunities, working collaboratively with senior stakeholders to generate innovation, manage risk, and deliver measurable commercial and contractual value. Description Key responsibilities include: Lead and manage the full sourcing lifecycle from business requirement through to contract signature for medium cost, medium business risk...

Category Manager – Business Operations 12-Month Initial Contract Copello are seeking an experienced Category Manager (Business Operations) to join an existing procurement team on an initial 12-month contract in the Berkshire area. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with strong indirect category management experience to drive value, optimise supplier relationships, and support key business stakeholders across a diverse portfolio of spend areas. As Category Manager, you will be responsible for managing a broad range of indirect procurement categories, including: * Facilities Management * Human Resources * Professional Services * Legal Services * Finance Services You will lead end-to-end procurement activities, from sourcing strategy and tender management through to contract negotiation, implementation, supplier management, and contract renewal. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will identify opportunities to maximise value, reduce...

Senior Procurement Manager (Interim) 📍 Birmingham City Centre (Hybrid - 2 days on-site) 💰 £400-£600 per day (Inside IR35) 📅 Initial 6-month contract The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Procurement Manager to join a high-profile public sector organisation on an initial 6-month contract.This role offers the opportunity to lead a team of procurement professionals, drive strategic procurement activity, and deliver complex, high-value projects across a diverse portfolio. You will play a key role in enhancing procurement performance, embedding best practice, and supporting strategic transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals, setting objectives, supporting development, and driving performance. Deliver end-to-end procurement activity across multiple projects and categories Develop and implement procurement strategies that maximise value for money and ensure compliance Act as a procurement lead across...

My market leading Client is urgently recruiting for a commercially focused Product Lead / Manager, ideally with experience of Artificial Intelligence to drive the success of their products. This role will play a critical part in ensuring their products meet user needs while delivering measurable business and financial value. A tech /Artificial Intelligence background would be a significant advantage, enabling the successful candidate to act as a trusted partner across Product, Digital, Finance, and Delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Act as a voice of the customer and the business. Fundamentally, the Product Lead / Manager is a business partner for their specific product(s), ensuring alignment between user needs and commercial objectives. Serve as a gatekeeper of scope, ensuring focus is maintained and that only value-driven work is delivered. Align the product vision and roadmap to support user needs, strategic priorities, and financial outcomes. Monitor product...