You will manage a diverse portfolio of commercial activity within Defra Group Commercial, supporting procurement, contract management, and supplier relationships across the full commercial lifecycle. Working closely with customers and stakeholders, you will provide expert commercial advice, help navigate governance requirements, and ensure contracts deliver value for money and sustainability benefits. You will collaborate with operational teams to understand their needs, develop effective commercial solutions, and contribute to category strategies for common goods and services like fleet, travel, and workplace requirements. This role offers an opportunity to build commercial expertise and support the delivery of important public services and environmental outcomes.

What they're looking for

• Confidence in building stakeholder relationships and influencing decisions
• Experience working in a structured and accountable environment
• Strong communication skills to explain complex information clearly
• Proactive and organised approach with the ability to deliver at pace
• Good judgement and decision-making skills to assess risks

Nationality requirements

Open to UK, Irish, Commonwealth, EU, EUSS, and Turkish nationals with the right to work in the UK.

Selection process

Sift will begin shortly after the advert closes. Interviews will be held week commencing 9 November 2026.

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