Arguile
Commercial and Procurement Manager
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Are you a commercial and procurement professional with experience delivering complex programmes within defence, government, or other regulated environments?
We're partnering with an innovative defence programme seeking a Commercial & Procurement Manager to play a key role in transforming how critical digital and technology capabilities are acquired and delivered. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial strategy, procurement excellence, and innovation.
What you'll be doing:
- Leading commercial activity across the full procurement and acquisition lifecycle.
- Partnering with programme teams and senior stakeholders to develop and execute commercial strategies.
- Delivering procurement activity that enables the rapid adoption of digital and innovative technologies.
- Managing commercial risk, governance, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
- Driving process improvements that increase pace, efficiency, and commercial effectiveness.
- Supporting strategic initiatives that strengthen industrial capability, innovation, and programme outcomes.
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What we're looking for:
- Strong commercial and procurement experience within defence, the public sector, or complex regulated environments.
- Proven ability to manage end-to-end procurement and commercial activities.
- Experience influencing senior stakeholders and navigating complex governance structures.
- Knowledge of public procurement regulations and commercial best practice.
- A proactive mindset and a passion for delivering meaningful change.
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Why this role? This position offers the opportunity to work on high-impact programmes, influence strategic procurement decisions, and help shape the future of commercial delivery within a highly innovative environment. You'll be joining a team focused on improving outcomes, accelerating delivery, and challenging traditional ways of working.
If you have a background in commercial management, procurement, contract management, category management, or acquisition delivery and would like to learn more, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.
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