Commercial Contract Manager

Commercial Contract Manager Horsham, West Sussex £60,000 – £65,000 An experienced Commercial Contract Manager is required to support the ongoing growth of a reputable business in Horsham, West Sussex. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a proven professional ready to work closely with major OEMs, government authorities, and internal teams to deliver robust commercial solutions and manage the full contract lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: - Lead contractual activities in the tender process, including preparing and negotiating contract responses. - Advise departments such as Sales, PMO, Supply Chain, and Engineering on commercial risks. - Review, negotiate, and approve various agreements (NDAs, Loan Agreements, MOUs, Supplier Declarations). - Draft and secure approval for agreements, ensuring compliance with due diligence policies. - Coordinate with legal counsel for non-standard clauses. - Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers. - Provide commercial guidance on tenders and contract terms. - Support the Supply Chain team in drafting and negotiating sub-contracts. - Advise Project Management on contract execution from order to closure. - Monitor contract progress and resolve potential disputes. - Assess and mitigate contractual risks, including enforcement of Variation of Price (VoP) clauses. - Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with processes and Distribution of Authority (DOA). - Support audit processes as required. Skills & Experience: - Proven experience negotiating and managing contracts with major governmental or defence sector clients. - Strong knowledge of International and UK defence contracting environments, with a deep understanding of contract law, pricing, financing, and terms and conditions. - Experience collaborating with stakeholders across internal and external business boundaries, including international organisations. - Confident in communication and able to offer pragmatic risk mitigation strategies. - Highly motivated, with strong attention to detail and a team-oriented approach. To find out more please reach out to Max Sinclair max@holtengineering.co.uk