We're currently seeking experienced and ambitious Commercial Practitioner/Commercial Officer professionals to work with our client in a secure environment, supporting challenging projects.
This contract role requires security clearance prior to assignment, with opportunities in Manchester.
You will work across various projects and teams, developing relationships, managing workflows, and creating commercial solutions. You will also support commercial operations, ensuring policy compliance, conducting audits, and providing data insights for decision-making. You will have the opportunity to showcase your skills on unique projects.
Success in this role depends on your responsiveness, efficiency, and professionalism. You will support team members at all levels and work closely with customers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services. Overseeing contract delivery, monitoring KPIs, and driving cost reductions will be key responsibilities. You will handle tendering, contract management, and employ high commercial standards, requiring strong influencing, negotiation, and operational skills.
People skills are essential for mentoring and building capability within your team. An enthusiastic approach to problem-solving and opportunity identification will be valued.
Qualifications, experience, skills, and behaviours:
Candidates should have experience in procurement, supplier management, contract management, sourcing, commercial operations, supply chain, and invoicing. Building strong relationships with stakeholders and knowledge of category management are important. Experience in technology or digital sectors is a plus.
You should be willing to attain a professional commercial qualification such as CIPS Level 5, if not already held, to enhance your impact.
Demonstrated expertise in analysis and communication is desirable. The role also requires proactive, committed, resilient, inclusive, collaborative, and responsive behaviours.
In return:
You will join a high-performing team focused on delivering exceptional outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to move away from routine work and engage in transformative projects.
Guidant Global is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees feel valued and empowered. We seek talent from all backgrounds to bring diverse perspectives and innovative solutions.
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