Raytheon UK
Defence
CommercialManager(AdvancedProducts)
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“Commercial Manager (Advanced Products) at Raytheon UK. Skills: Commercial strategy, Contract negotiation, Programme financial management. Lead commercial activity for existing business. Lead commercial activity for new business requirements”
Industry & Context.
Solve problems
Travel within the UK, Travel as required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience, Experience managing complex defence contracts, Proven ability in commercial negotiation, Solid understanding of commercial principles, Knowledge of import/export regulations, Experience in programme financial management, Excellent communication skills, Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, Excellent customer relationship management skills, Demonstrated ability to solve problems, Demonstrated ability to lead performance through others, Willingness to travel within the UK
Nice to Have
Experience across international contracting, Experience across domestic contracting, Proven capability in contract drafting, Proven capability in contract scoping, Proven capability in contract negotiation, Stakeholder management skills at all levels, Influencing skills at all levels, Experience managing commercial risk, Background working with diverse products, Background working with diverse customers, Background working with diverse portfolios, Knowledge of Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations, Experience working with government customers, Exposure to international suppliers, Exposure to international programmes, Track record in leading teams, Track record in developing multi-functional teams, Experience negotiating framework agreements, Experience implementing framework agreements, Relevant commercial accreditation, Relevant supply chain accreditation, Programme management capability
What You'll Do.
Lead commercial activity for existing business
Lead commercial activity for new business requirements
Devise commercial strategy
Deliver commercial strategy
Understand complex data
Understand technical requirements
Create compelling commercial business winning strategies
Deliver compelling commercial business winning strategies
Create compelling commercial delivery strategies
Deliver compelling commercial delivery strategies
Manage key commercial elements of the programme
Manage customer relationship
Deliver value to the business
Enable programme success
Develop innovative commercial solutions for proposals
Develop innovative commercial solutions for customer requirements
Administer complex due diligence activity
Negotiate contractual agreements
Manage non routine issues
Identify contract change
Manage contract change
Maximise opportunities
Reduce risks to performance
Share responsibility for programme financial performance
Share responsibility for bid financial performance
Produce business cases
Produce briefing materials for senior management
Support programme financial performance
Support bid financial performance
Support business finance function
Manage invoicing process
Manage cash collection process
Participate in cross-functional improvement activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross functional teams; Multi-functional leadership team; Multi-functional team
Communication Scope
Communication skills; Stakeholder engagement; Customer relationship management
Process & Methodology
Programme management capability
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-06-05 **Country:** United Kingdom **Location:** Harlow, Essex **Position Role Type:** Onsite **Benefits:** * £: Competitive salary * Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) * 6 times salary ‘Life Assurance’ with pension * 25 days holiday (increasing with service) + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr) * Car/Car allowance * Company bonus scheme 5% (discretionary) * Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others * Enhanced sick pay * Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave * Private Medical Insurance **Work Culture** * 37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site-specific arrangements. * Early 1.30pm finish Friday, start your weekend early! * Remote, hybrid and site based working opportunities, dependant on your needs and the requirements of the role. * Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year. * Flexible working culture focused on output, with more formal flexible working arrangements on request (assessed subject to role) - please highlight any requests to the Talent Acquisition team. **About us** At Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence. Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world. **Our Business** As a leading defence and aerospace company operating across
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