Commercial Lead

Role: Commercial LeadContract Length: 6 MonthsLocation: London or Leeds- Hybrid (2/3 days/week on site)IR35: InsideRate: £750/day (Umbrella)Key responsibilities Lead end-to-end commercial activity for assigned digital and technology procurements and contracts, from early market engagement and sourcing strategy through award, mobilisation, management, change and exit.Develop and deliver a subcategory or workstream plan aligned to the wider strategy for software, digital delivery and emerging technology.Provide confident, practical advice on procurement routes, evaluation, negotiation, governance, contracting, risk, supplier performance and value for money.Manage a prioritised pipeline of requirements, agreeing delivery plans with stakeholders and maintaining accurate milestones, risks, dependencies and resource needs.Lead market and supplier engagement, using evidence and insight to strengthen competition, improve outcomes and support innovation and social value.Draft and assure high-quality commercial documentation, including strategies, business casecontent, evaluation materials, recommendations, approvals, contracts, change controls and senior briefings.Lead negotiations and resolve commercial issues in collaboration with legal, finance, project delivery, technical specialists and business owners.Apply robust contract management, including performance oversight, governance, financial control, change, risk, benefits and supplier improvement activity.Attend and present at ..... full job details .....