A large public sector organisation is seeking an Assistant Commercial Manager to support the delivery of procurement, commercial strategy, and supplier management activity across a range of categories. This role sits within a major central government commercial function with a significant and complex annual spend profile.




Client Details
This organisation operates within the public sector and is known for its structured approach to procurement and supply chain management. They are a mid-sized entity focused on delivering value and compliance in their operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for commercially focused professional to contribute to high-impact public sector programmes while developing experience across the full commercial lifecycle.
Description


Key responsibilities include:Category Strategy & Planning
*Support the development of specifications aligned with business needs
*Contribute to category strategies and plans
*Carry out analysis, research, and requirements gathering
*Track progress against category milestones and objectives
Procurement & Sourcing*Deliver or support end-to-end strategic sourcing activity
*Lead low-value or low-complexity procurements, with support as needed
*Work with stakeholders to refine and agree business requirements
*Provide guidance on procurement processes, frameworks, and compliance
*Contribute commercial input to business cases
*Support tender evaluations and award processes
*Ensure procurement outcomes provide demonstrable value for money
Contract & Supplier Management*Manage day-to-day delivery of low to medium-risk contracts
*Monitor supplier performance, KPIs, risks and issues
*Support change control, financial monitoring and governance
*Analyse spend, supplier data and management information
*Contribute to supply chain and supplier relationship management activity
Stakeholder & Supplier Engagement*Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
*Provide a customer-focused commercial service
*Develop effective working relationships with suppliers
*Support governance structures and communication across teams


Profile
A successful Assistant Commercial Manager should have:
*Recent experience running end-to-end tender processes, with clear examples
*Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
*Experience supporting or contributing to commercial strategies
*Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
*Understanding of procurement rules, frameworks, or compliance requirements
*Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
*Ability to work collaboratively within a commercial or procurement team


Job Offer
*Daily rate of £450 per day inside IR35.
*Based in either London or Leeds.
*Hybrid working pattern.
*Opportunity to work in a structured public sector environment.
*A chance to contribute to impactful procurement processes.