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Commercial Manager - P&C Pre-Contract
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Significant procurement or sourcing experience in regulated infrastructure is the central requirement for this Band 3 role. You’ll shape category strategies, business cases and complex competitive tenders through contract award, working across rolling stock, highways, corporate services and construction portfolios. The permanent Palestra position pays £60,000 and follows TfL’s 50% office/home hybrid pattern; applications close 3 October 2026.
What You'll Work On
- Develop category and sourcing strategies that align procurement routes, commercial models and tender plans with TfL’s operational and investment objectives.
- Lead complex competitive procurements from market analysis and business case development through negotiation, governance approval and contract award.
- Advise technical, operational, legal and finance stakeholders on supplier markets, contracting options, public-procurement compliance and value-for-money decisions.
- Evaluate supplier proposals and negotiate commercial agreements across rolling stock, highways, corporate services, construction and urgent category-delivery requirements.
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Why This Role Matters
Early commercial choices determine how TfL secures capable suppliers for major infrastructure and operational contracts, shaping value, competition and delivery risk before commitments are made. TfL tenders and business cases document how suppliers are selected and contracts awarded, creating an evidence trail for scrutiny of procurement decisions and public expenditure.
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What They Are Looking For
- Experience: Significant commercial, procurement or strategic-sourcing experience, including complex end-to-end procurements in regulated infrastructure, transport, engineering or utilities.
- Experience: Applicants need strong judgement across sourcing strategy, commercial models, negotiation and value-for-money assessment.
- Stakeholder: Proven ability to influence and challenge senior technical, operational, legal and finance stakeholders.
- Experience: Applicants need working knowledge of public-sector procurement regulations and controlled tender processes.
- Eligibility: UK right to work is required; TfL cannot sponsor this role.
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