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Lead Commercial Manager - Supply Chain page is loaded## Lead Commercial Manager - Supply Chainlocations: Derby, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: January 30, 2026 (18 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR100502## **Lead Commercial Manager****Location:** Manchester, Derby, or Warrington (flexible working available) **Salary:** £61,920 - £81,270 + £2,200 benefits allowance + 12.5% bonus **Hours:** 37.5 per week (flexible arrangements available)**About Rolls-Royce SMR**We’re doing something that’s never been done before. At Rolls-Royce SMR, we’re revolutionising the nuclear industry with cutting-edge technology and innovation. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to leave a legacy and be part of a once-in-a-career opportunity.**The Role**As **Lead Commercial Manager**, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the commercial strategy of our groundbreaking business. You’ll lead complex negotiations, manage high-value contracts, and develop strong relationships with strategic customers, suppliers, and partners across the globe. This is an opportunity to influence the future of energy while working in a dynamic, collaborative environment.**What You’ll Do*** Lead and manage commercial activities, including contract drafting, negotiation, and execution.* Contribute to commercial strategy and pricing models aligned with business objectives.* Drive the development and maturity of the commercial function, including governance, processes, and training.* Mentor junior team members and deputise for the Head of Commercial when required.* Represent the Commercial Directorate internally and externally, presenting information in compelling formats.**What We’re Looking For*** Strong experience in **contract drafting and negotiation** with global third parties.* Proven ability to deliver **commercial strategy and pricing** initiatives.* Experience developing commercial functions and mentoring teams.* Skilled at influencing and decision-making in complex, ambiguous environments.* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.*(If you meet around 75% of these requirements, we’d still love to hear from you!)***Rewards & Benefits*** Competitive salary: £61,920 - £81,270 (DOE)* Bonus: 12.5%* Benefits allowance: £2,200* 28 days holiday + public holidays* Standard Rolls-Royce SMR pension* Flexible working arrangementsYou’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.**Our Application Process**Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance • Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check • Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check.**We are Rolls-Royce SMR**A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love. We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents.**Our culture**At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge. Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: • A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone can thrive.**What we offer**At Rolls-Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands. Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance. **Your career journey**At Rolls-Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. We have open dialogue with our employees to understand the ambitions for their career and set plans to achieve them. Whether it’s helping you obtain formal qualifications or pairing you with a mentor, Rolls-Royce SMR will provide you with a fulfilling career.**Join our talent community**We're always on the lookout for the best talent. If there isn't a role which is suitable for you now, you can .