Commercial Manager

Location: UK based – fully remote with occasional office visits

Salary: Competitive package including excellent benefits

About Us

At Allan Webb, we’re more than just a leading engineering consultancy – we are a team of over 300 specialists dedicated to making a real difference. With over 60 years of experience, we provide asset optimisation services to defence, government, energy, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace sectors, both in the UK and internationally. Our work aims to deliver a safe and sustainable world by turning complex asset management challenges into streamlined, cost-effective solutions.

We believe in the power of people. That is why we champion agile working, giving you the flexibility to choose your hours and how you work. We foster an inclusive culture where different perspectives spark innovation and excellence. As signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, we support service personnel, veterans, and their families, and we remain closely connected to our local communities. If you’re excited to help shape a brighter future, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our dynamic team, taking full ownership of commercial activities across our business operations. This autonomous role reports directly to the Business Development and Commercial Director, working closely with Operational, Business Development and Business Support Partner Teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support commercial strategy development and execution across all business areas
• Manage complex contract negotiations, from bid to completion
• Develop and maintain key customer and supplier relationships
• Oversee pricing strategies and proposal development, with focus on through-life cost optimisation
• Ensure commercial governance and risk management compliance
• Drive continuous improvement in commercial processes
• Support business growth initiatives and strategic planning
• Champion value-maximising commercial solutions for asset management
• Support our EDI initiatives through inclusive commercial practices
• Contribute to CSR activities and sustainable strategies
  
  

The Ideal Candidate will have

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Commerce, Engineering, or related field
• Excellent contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Proven commercial awareness and business acumen
• Proven commercial management experience in relevant sectors
• Experience in bid management and pricing strategies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Strong understanding of government and commercial frameworks (desirable)
• Experience in through-life cost management and asset optimisation (desirable)
• MCIPS qualification (desirable)
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Agile working arrangements
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Regular personal development reviews
• Structured career development pathway
• Investment in professional qualifications and training
• Mentoring and coaching programmes
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects
• Autonomous role with significant impact
• Inclusive and supportive work environment
• Active EDI networks and initiatives
  
  

If you are an experienced commercial professional looking for an autonomous role where you can make a real difference, while helping our customers maximise asset value and optimise availability, we want to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to [email protected]

Our customers demand confidentiality and discretion. You will require the right to work in the UK. The successful candidate will also need to hold SC level security clearance.

Allan Webb Ltd is an equal opportunities employer, proudly supporting the Armed Forces Covenant, and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, including service leavers, veterans, reservists, and military spouses/partners.