Assistant Commercial Manager - #2190279

A public sector organisation is seeking an Assistant Commercial Manager to join a highly respected public sector organisation delivering complex, high-profile commercial and procurement projects.

This role offers the chance to work within a collaborative and supportive commercial team, helping to shape procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and deliver value-for-money outcomes across a diverse portfolio of contracts. It is particularly well suited to individuals with some procurement or commercial experience who are looking to develop their career within a large, complex organisation.

The Opportunity

As an Assistant Commercial Manager, you will support the delivery of end-to-end procurement and commercial activities, working closely with Commercial Managers, stakeholders and suppliers. You will contribute to strategic sourcing exercises, contract management activities, category planning and supplier performance initiatives while gaining exposure to large-scale procurement programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your commercial expertise within a fast-paced environment that offers genuine learning, progression and exposure to complex procurement projects.

This is initial 6-month contract based in Central London (hybrid working), the daily rate for the role is £350 per day via an Umbrella company (inside IR35).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of commercial and procurement activities aligned to organisational requirements, category strategies and market trends.
• Assist in the development and implementation of sourcing strategies and procurement plans.
• Conduct market research, spend analysis and supplier analysis to support procurement decision-making.
• Support strategic sourcing exercises from requirements gathering through to contract award.
• Evaluate sourcing options and contribute to achieving value-for-money outcomes.
• Assist with commercial input into business cases and procurement strategies.
• Help manage supplier relationships and contract performance, ensuring delivery against agreed specifications and service levels.
• Support risk identification, mitigation and contract compliance activities.
• Contribute to supplier performance reviews, governance processes and reporting requirements.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Promote commercial best practice and support continuous improvement across procurement processes and systems.
• Incorporate responsible and sustainable procurement principles into commercial activities.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Strong team-working and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of commercial principles and procurement processes.