Commercial and Procurement Manager

Are you a commercial and procurement professional with experience delivering complex programmes within defence, government, or other regulated environments?

We're partnering with an innovative defence programme seeking a Commercial & Procurement Manager to play a key role in transforming how critical digital and technology capabilities are acquired and delivered. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial strategy, procurement excellence, and innovation.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading commercial activity across the full procurement and acquisition lifecycle.

• Partnering with programme teams and senior stakeholders to develop and execute commercial strategies.

• Delivering procurement activity that enables the rapid adoption of digital and innovative technologies.

• Managing commercial risk, governance, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

• Driving process improvements that increase pace, efficiency, and commercial effectiveness.

• Supporting strategic initiatives that strengthen industrial capability, innovation, and programme outcomes.

What we're looking for:

• Strong commercial and procurement experience within defence, the public sector, or complex regulated environments.

• Proven ability to manage end-to-end procurement and commercial activities.

• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and navigating complex governance structures.

• Knowledge of public procurement regulations and commercial best practice.

• A proactive mindset and a passion for delivering meaningful change.

Why this role?

This position offers the opportunity to work on high-impact programmes, influence strategic procurement decisions, and help shape the future of commercial delivery within a highly innovative environment. You'll be joining a team focused on improving outcomes, accelerating delivery, and challenging traditional ways of working.

If you have a background in commercial management, procurement, contract management, category management, or acquisition delivery and would like to learn more, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.

paulette.ntuane@arguilesearch.com

+44 7451 264040