Defence Procurement Consultant – Bristol
£55,000–£65,000 + Car Allowance
A leading consultancy is expanding its Defence Procurement and Commercial team and is looking for an experienced Procurement Consultant to join its Bristol office.
This opportunity is ideal for an individual already working within the defence sector, whether from a public body, MoD environment, or major defence contractor, who is looking to apply their expertise across a portfolio of high-value, strategically critical programmes.
You’ll be working with senior stakeholders across major defence infrastructure and technology projects, bringing your knowledge of commercial management, NEC contracts, and public sector procurement frameworks to deliver complex programmes efficiently and compliantly.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver strategic and operational procurement and commercial support across high-value defence programmes
* Provide expert advice on contract management and NEC3/NEC4 frameworks
* Develop and implement sourcing and commercial strategies aligned with client goals
* Partner with technical, legal and project teams to ensure compliant and value-driven outcomes
Ideal Profile
* Strong background in defence procurement within public or private sector environments
* Proven experience with NEC contracts, commercial management and supplier negotiations
* Understanding of public procurement regulations (including PCR and Defence-specific frameworks)
* Confident communicator with the gravitas to influence senior stakeholders
This is a chance to play a key role in some of the UK’s most significant and secure defence projects within a consultancy known for developing top-tier commercial professionals and offering clear routes to progression.