Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to work within Central Government on a contract basis. This position is based in Wiltshire, initially until March 2017 offering up to £380 per day LTD.
Main Duties:
Personal responsibility for quality and integrity of data inputTendering and placing contracts in accordance with EU Procurement Directives/Procurement Law.
Dstl has a requirement for a Commercial Managers to work with the Science and Technology delivery teams.
The main aim of the position is to provide procurement and sales support to the CBR division and develop effective contractual relationships with external supplier base and take responsibility for task/management of workflow within the team.
This role will be based at Porton Down, Wiltshire, but may require occasional travel to other sites in Hampshire
Provide procurement and commercial service ensuring contracts and suppliers meet Dstl's requirements for operational and contractual delivery.
Lead and manage procurements through the development and implementation of effective contracts with appropriate suppliers, considering internal needs and supply market characteristics.
Use a range of EU compliant procurement routes and tools as appropriate.
Provide direct support and advice as appropriate, including acting as the 'advisor' on issues such as commercial approaches, evaluation processes and negotiation strategies.
Develop strong relationships with stakeholders in order to fully understand their needs.
Coaching and Mentoring across the team where appropriate.
Personal responsibility for quality and integrity of data input into corporate systems
Placing MOD contracts or Public Sector contracts.
Appreciation of Intelectual Property within a commercial environment
Coaching or mentoring commercial skills within a team environment
Contract management
Managing workloads of self and others into corporate systems
Essential Experience:
1. Experience developing and placing contracts within a public environment
2. Tendering and placing contracts in accordance within public procurement law, for example OJEU
3. Experience in placing contracts for research and development
4. Experience in mentoring and coaching others
5. Experience in managing contracts
6. MCIPS or equivalent
For any queries please contact Rebecca Eaton or (see below)