Commercial Contracts Manager

A leading aerospace & defence manufacturing business are currently recruiting for a Commercial Contracts Manager based in Rugeley (hybrid working) on a fulltime permanent basis.

Proven experience within a commercial contract management role is essential, all industry experience will be considered and not limited to aerospace & defence.

Role - Commercial Contracts Manager

Type - Permanent position

Location - Rugeley, Staffordshire (hybrid working 2-3 days remote)

Salary - Competitive (DOE)

Key roles and responsibilities for Commercial Contracts Manager role and will not be limited to:

• Negotiate prime contracts with UK/overseas commercial customers and with UK Ministry of Defence (MoD)
• Maximise opportunities within payment plans to maintain/improve working capital when negotiating contract terms
• Advise Purchasing Department on the flow-down of contract conditions to sub-contractors.
• Advise Programme Managers on all contractual aspects and provide assistance to ensure cost effective delivery of programmes
• Advise and support project team on all contractual maters to meet delivery timescales
• Draft contract documentation and agreements of a contractual nature (joint venture, partnership, confidentiality, consultancy, software licences, etc)
• Liaise with customers at all levels in relation to existing and new business, e.g. terms & conditions, contracts, proposals, invoicing
• Responsible for invoicing and payment in conjunction with Finance Department
• Resolve payment disputes effectively
• Mitigation of contractual financial liabilities
• Protection of company cash-flow position

Key skills and experience required for Commercial Contracts Manager job applicant and not limited to:

• Previous experience within a commercial contract management role
• Experience in contract negotiation and the commercial management of supply contracts
• Knowledge of industrial/commercial conditions of contract and procedures
• A high level of commercial awareness
• Ability to promote and encourage a culture of teamwork
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of the organisation

To apply for this Commercial Contracts Manager / Contracts Manager / Commercial Contract Manager / Contract Manager position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.