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Commercial Manager
Commercial Manager (In-Life Activities)
Location: Reading | Work Arrangement: Hybrid (minimum 2 days at Central Reading office) UK-Based Eligibility Required: Yes (no sponsorship needed)
About the Role
The Commercial Manager plays a vital role within MBNL’s Commercial directorate, responsible for managerial oversight of supplier relationships and contracts across a defined portfolio. This position ensures:
- Robust commercial governance across procurement and in-life contract management
- Effective supplier performance and adherence to cost controls
- Minimisation of risk, value-driven negotiations, and successful delivery across MBNL programmes and projects
Operating at the interface between business, suppliers, and stakeholders, you’ll provide expert commercial support to ensure contracts are well-structured, suppliers are held accountable, and commercial risks are proactively managed throughout the contract lifecycle.
Your work will embed consistent commercial standards, driving continuous improvement and better supply chain outcomes for MBNL’s shareholders.
Key Responsibilities
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You’ll own the full commercial lifecycle of your supplier portfolio, including:
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Supplier & Contract Management
- Lead supplier relationships from selection through to exit, ensuring alignment with MBNL commercial policy
- Oversee tenders, negotiations, and contract awards, balancing shareholder needs with business requirements
- Negotiate pricing, identify cost savings, and optimise operational efficiency (OPEX)
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Contract & Legal Oversight
- Draft, negotiate, and manage framework and project contracts in collaboration with Legal Teams
- Handle contract change control, risk assessment, and dispute resolution up to Director level
- Ensure compliance with MBNL governance frameworks and commercial delegation rules
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Performance & Reporting
- Track supplier performance against KPIs, implementing corrective action where needed
- Maintain accurate contract and pricing data within MBNL systems
- Support audits and provide clear commercial reporting for senior stakeholders
- Present insights to shareholder forums with influence and authority
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- Challenges the status quo, introducing market best practices for improvement
- Shapes commercial strategy in collaboration with other functions
- Balances short-term deliverables with long-term value initiatives
Who You Are
Essential Requirements
You bring a blend of commercial acumen, negotiation finesse, and operational discipline to thrive in this role:
- Experience in negotiating complex framework or strategic contracts
- Proven supplier and contract management expertise in dynamic environments
- Strong grasp of contract law and commercial risk management
- Telecommunications industry knowledge (advantageous)
- Ability to operate independently, prioritise tasks, and deliver results in fast-paced settings
Nice to Haves
If you also possess the following, your application will stand out:
- Professional qualifications (e.g., MCIPS)
- Experience working in Joint Ventures (JV), partnerships, or multi-stakeholder environments
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