Senior Commercial Manager - Defence & Maritime

Responsibilities

• Driving commercial strategy across major bids
• Leading high-value negotiations with key clients
• Shaping pricing models, risk strategies, and governance
• Collaborating with business development, engineering, and supply chain teams
• Managing compliance (DEFCONs, SSPRs) and commercial risk
• Supporting contract delivery post-award

Requirements

• Proven experience in defence, maritime, or complex engineering sectors
• Strong track record leading major bids and contract negotiations
• Deep understanding of UK defence commercial frameworks
• Commercial leadership and stakeholder influence at senior level
• Strong financial and pricing expertise
• Why Navantia UK?
• This is a high-impact leadership role at the forefront of the UK's defence sector, working on strategically important programmes within a growing and collaborative organisation.
• Security clearance (or eligibility) required.
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Additional Information

Senior Commercial Manager - Defence & Maritime Bristol (Hybrid with occasional travel) Ready to shape billion-pound defence programmes? At Navantia UK , we're delivering some of the most complex and ambitious maritime and defence projects in the UK. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Senior Commercial Manager to take a leading role in securing and delivering major shipbuilding and defence bids. Why this role stands out Lead commercial strategy on £1bn+ bids Act as the key commercial interface with customers Influence bid strategy, pricing, and negotiations Play a critical role in the UK's naval future

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