Principal Commercial Officer

Proven experience in commercial contract management or a similar procurement/commercial role.A leading organisation within the defence sector is currently recruiting for a Principal Commercial Officer on a full-time, permanent basis in Stevenage.Role: Principal Commercial Officer Type: Permanent Location: Stevenage (Hybrid working: 2 - 3 days on-site) Salary: Circa 50,000 + benefitsKey responsibilities for the Principal Commercial Officer will include and will not be limited to:Manage contracts from start to finish, including bids, negotiation, delivery, and closure.Help win new business by supporting bids, writing and reviewing contracts, and protecting company interests.Take part in negotiations to agree contract terms.Oversee contracts day-to-day, including changes, issues, and admin.Identify risks and opportunities and work with teams to manage them.Build strong relationships with customers and partners.Support project teams with commercial advice.Communicate updates clearly to stakeholders and senior management.Represent the commercial team in meetings and reviews.Keep systems and data up to date (e.g. SAP).Promote best practice and support junior team members.Work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Key skills and experience required for the Principal Commercial Officer role will include and will not be limited to: Strong experience in contract management across the full lifecycle.Confident in negotiation and working with stakeholders.Experience managing complex, ..... full job details .....