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Overview
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An exciting opportunity has become available to join Boeing Defence United Kingdom (BDUK) as a Senior Commercial Manager. This role is full-time based in Bristol.This role is within the BDUK Fixed Wing Programme Commercial Team, reporting to the Fixed Wing Head of Commercial. The Fixed Wing business comprises projects focused on the sustainment and support to the P-8, E-7 and C-17 aircraft with ongoing growth activities and long-term contracted programmes.About the role:This is a senior-level, non-line management role within the team. Principal responsibilities of the role include:
reviewing, interpreting and drafting terms and conditions including those that are highly complex
comprehensive contract management duties - both routine and dealing with all arising programme problems and seeking to resolve / mitigate
developing and reviewing statements of work
leading and participating in contract change and contract tasking proposal development, negotiation and award activities
developing and supporting cost estimates and the determination of profit or earnings objectives
performing and approving risk assessments to balance risks and opportunities
reviewing and approving proposals and other products developed by peers
reviewing and approving other agreements with outside parties
fully understand, implement and adhere to BDUK Commercial policies/procedures and ensure compliance with Corporate Policies/Procedures and all legislation, regulations and standards applicable to your contracts / proposals
submit offers and contractually commit the company within permitted delegated authority
participating in and leading internal governance, including bid/no-bid and make/buy boards, as well as establishing processes internally with the Commercial Team as well as other programmes or functions
A Senior Commercial Manager is expected to have a thorough understanding of programme and financial contractual performance for contracts and you will be responsible for developing recommendations and solutions as well as influencing effective decision-making to meet our business goals. The Senior Commercial Manager will work alongside contract delivery and proposal team members and with customer counterparts and developing and maintaining respectful and effective working relationships is critical to our success. As part of a matrix organisation the Commercial roles in programme and proposal teams are recognised as influential business partners with a proactive and diligent approach to securing successful business outcomes. Technical expertise is required in the following areas: Contract Formation, Contract Management Systems, Contract Structure Knowledge, Negotiation, Estimating Methods, Proposal Processes, Risk and Opportunity Management, Business Case Development, understanding and application of applicable legislation, regulation and standards.In addition the following are key expectations of the Senior Commercial Manager in fulfilling the role:
responsibility for all commercial artefacts, tasks and obligations
strategic thinking and applying a portfolio-wide evaluation of topics and problems to ensure interdependencies and cross-programme impacts are appropriately managed
proactively anticipates risks and issues and raises awareness and help needed early
demonstrates high levels of quality in products and high levels of standards in application of commercial administrative duties
maintaining currency in programme environmental awareness
maintaining a value for money approach for our customers whilst understand business goals and objectives
Competencies:
Analytical skills
Business financial acumen
Communication
Cross functional partnership
Customer relationship management
Decision making
Negotiation
Problem solving
Preferred qualifications and experience:
Excellent customer relationship management
Leadership experience - complex projects and/or teams
WCC (formerly IACCM) qualification and/or experience in associated role
Knowledge and skilled in defence contracting and terms and conditions - drafting, interpretation and negotiating
Strong understanding of Single Source Contract Regulations
Experience in or knowledge of bidding in competition
Negotiation skills
First-time quality
Fast and effective responsiveness in a multifaceted, complex environment
Demonstrable experience working in a matrix organisation
Ability to handle a diverse, fast-paced, high workload
Able to work under supervision and independently
Experience in identifying and implementing improvement initiatives
Effective at finding opportunities and risks and to manage them to create enhanced value for the organisation
A positive work attitude and team building approach
Adaptable, able to cope with changing requirements and multiple priorities and can remain effective in difficult times
Working experience 7+ years within multinational global company environment and UK defence expertise are desirable
Other information :
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Work Authorisation : This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.
Security Clearance : This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance for which UK residency is required.
Location : Bristol, UK. Hybrid working, 3 days in office per week.
Relocation : This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
This position is subject to contract.
Applications for this position will be accepted until
Sept. 24, 2025
Export Control Requirements : This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation : Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship : Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift : Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
Contingent Upon Program Reward : The position is contingent upon program award
Equal Opportunity Employer:We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world\''s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone ..... full job details .....
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