Commercial Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026. Matchtech scores A on the Alion truth index.
One of London's most vital transport operations are seeking a Commercial Manager to join a dynamic commercial team responsible for delivering complex procurement activity across a diverse portfolio.
- Role: Commercial Manager
- Duration: 4 - 6 month contract
- Pay: Up to £530 p/day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)
- Location: London (3 days onsite)
You will take ownership of end-to-end procurement and commercial activities, managing high-value and strategically important projects from sourcing strategy through to contract award and ongoing commercial management.
You'll work across a broad range of categories including:
- Corporate Services, Contingent Labour & Workforce Solutions
- Facilities Management, Fleet Management & Vehicle Services
- Infrastructure Programmes
- Framework Agreements
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead complex procurement exercises from strategy development through to contract award.
- Manage NEC-based procurement activities, ensuring robust commercial and contractual outcomes.
- Develop and implement category and sourcing strategies aligned to organisational objectives.
- Deliver commercial negotiations with suppliers and stakeholders.
- Build strong relationships with senior business leaders, project teams and suppliers.
- Support infrastructure and asset-related programmes through effective procurement planning and contract management.
- Manage supplier performance, risk and contract governance.
- Work closely with legal teams on contract drafting, negotiation and implementation.
- Drive best practice procurement and commercial governance across the organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategic procurement decisions, engage with senior stakeholders, and deliver tangible value across a large and complex organisation.
Key Requirements:
- Significant procurement and commercial management experience.
- Experience managing high-value and complex service-based procurements.
- Strong background within Corporate Services procurement.
- Experience procuring Facilities Management services.
- Experience with Fleet Management, transport or vehicle-related categories.
- Proven track record managing NEC contracts.
- Infrastructure, engineering or capital project procurement experience.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Commercial negotiation and contract management expertise.
- Experience using SAP Ariba or similar eProcurement platforms.
- Knowledge of framework management and supplier relationship management.
- Experience operating within a regulated or public sector environment.
If you're an experienced Commercial Manager or public procurement professional looking for an opportunity in London, apply now!