Job Title: Commercial Officer (Manufacturing)
Location: Huddersfield
Job Type: Full-Time/Permanent
Department: Commercial / Operations
Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 + Benefits

About the Business

We are working on behalf of a global manufacturing organisation within the defence and engineering sector, supplying into MOD programmes and currently undergoing significant transformation and growth.

As part of this expansion, they are seeking a Commercial Officer to join their Commercial Team and support both commercial and operational excellence.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Commercial & Business Development, this role is responsible for the end-to-end management of commercial contracts, ensuring that all contractual and commercial deliverables are achieved throughout the full lifecycle.

Operating within the Commercial Team, you will support bid preparation, cost estimation, and the consistent application of internal commercial processes.

The role requires close collaboration with sales, programme delivery, procurement, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment between customer requirements and operational capability, while maintaining compliance with export regulations.

A key focus of this position is the review, negotiation, and ongoing management of contractual terms and conditions, ensuring risks are identified, mitigated, and commercially optimised from bid stage through to contract execution and close-out.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage contracts throughout their full lifecycle, from bid and negotiation through to delivery and close-out, ensuring all obligations are met


• Review, interpret, and negotiate customer terms and conditions, identifying commercial risks and driving appropriate mitigation strategies


• Lead and support the preparation of bids, quotations, and pricing structures, ensuring commercial accuracy and competitiveness


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, procurement, manufacturing, and programme delivery) to align contractual commitments with operational capability


• Ensure compliance with internal governance, commercial processes, and export control regulations, maintaining accurate documentation and audit trails

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a commercially focused and detail-oriented individual with strong analytical capability and a proactive approach to contract management.

Essential:

• Experience in a similar role such as Commercial Officer, Contract Manager, or Tender/Proposal Engineer


• Strong understanding of commercial contracts and lifecycle management


• Proven ability to review and negotiate contractual terms and conditions


• Knowledge of cost estimation, pricing structures, and tendering processes


• Strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders


• Experience with ERP/CRM systems (e.g.
  
  SAP or equivalent)


• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Desirable:

• Background in manufacturing, engineering, defence, or technical environments


• Knowledge of supply chain and production planning processes


• Understanding of commercial risk management and governance

Career Progression & Development

As the business continues to grow, this role offers a clear pathway into senior commercial, contract management, or bid leadership positions.

You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team with access to ongoing training and development opportunities.

What We Offer

• £40,000 to £45,000 per annum DOE


• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays


• Flexible working hours (core hours required) with the option to work 1 day per week from home


• Company pension and healthcare options


• Opportunities for career development and training


• A supportive and innovative working environment

To apply, please click the apply button or contact Tracie Norton for more details.