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Senior Commercial Manager

Morson Talent

Scotland

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

24 days ago

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An established industry player in the energy sector is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to drive commercial strategies and manage contracts effectively. This role requires expertise in FIDIC and NEC contracts, along with a solid understanding of UK law's impact on commercial functions. You will be pivotal in overseeing procurement processes, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring contract compliance. If you are a proactive leader with a knack for innovative commercial delivery, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact on major projects within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Proven experience in managing FIDIC and NEC contracts.
Strong understanding of procurement and risk management.

Manage day-to-day operations of Commercial/Supply Chain Managers.
Oversee development and delivery of Commercial/Contract Strategy.
Lead execution and closeout phases of contracts.

FIDIC contracts

NEC 3 & 4 contracts

UK law knowledge

procurement

contract performance measurement

risk management

change management

claim management

Membership in RICS / CICES / IOB / CIPS

Location: Somerset Energy & Innovation Centre/Site/Remote (HYBRID)
Status: Contract (renewable) - INSIDE IR35
All-inclusive daily rates

Morson Talent are working with a major player in the Energy Sector who have a current requirement for a proven and experienced Senior Commercial Manager. Our client would expect experience in FIDIC and NEC 3&4 suite of contracts and major projects, as well as knowledge of UK law and its impact upon the contracts and commercial function. You will also demonstrate a good understanding of procurement, contract performance measurement, risk, change and claim management.

You will be able to work across multiple discipline teams to develop, implement, and operate commercial strategies and contractual agreements. You will have a big-picture view and be able to develop and execute innovative approaches to commercial delivery for the benefit of the project.

Activities:

The day-to-day management of Commercial/Supply Chain Managers and/or Assistants.
Manage the relationship with the supplier day to day.
Ensure all Principal Accountabilities for the contract commercial team are implemented in accordance with commercial procedures.
Oversee the development of a Commercial/Contract Strategy and its subsequent delivery.
Manage stakeholder engagement for the relevant area.
Identify, define, and manage risks associated with either Contract Delivery or the Supplier and its Supply Chain.
Procurement phase: Provide support to the procurement process & Commercial Lead including participating in the development of the Project Contract Strategy & reviewing the need & proposed procurement route for all Project Contracts. This will include ensuring that the procurement programme for each contract is aligned to the Integrated Work Schedule & that adequate time is allowed for an effective procurement process leading to contract signature.
Execution phase: The Senior Commercial/Supply Chain Manager will have responsibility for leading & managing the execution phase of each contract including providing an overview of the individual contracts to ensure compatibility & alignment with other projects including fundamental matters such as: Scope of Work/Services & Associated Programme Prices & Rates Schedules Key Personnel & Arrangements for Contract Administration, incentive arrangements.
Closeout phase: Responsible & accountable for managing the close out phase of each contract.

Member of the RICS / CICES / IOB / CIPS or equivalent professional body is desirable.

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