Role Title – Commercial Manager – Supply Chain & Partnerships (Multiple roles) Salary - £48,000 - £62,500 Locations – Derby OR Manchester (Hybrid) We are now recruiting for multiple positions across the Commercial function including Commercial Manager(s) – Supply Chain & Partnerships, to be involved in an industry leading, cutting-edge project for a new type of power station. We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before. We're revolutionising an industry. That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy. We are currently recruiting for a number of Commercial roles to support our exciting new business including a Commercial Manager role. The role provides the unique opportunity to work in an exciting new nuclear age engaging and working with strategic customers, suppliers and partners, developing meaningful relationships with some of largest entities across the globe. The Commercial Team is responsible for supporting our procurement and purchasing colleagues with defining contracting strategies and leading the negotiation and execution of appropriate terms and conditions, as well as providing post-contract commercial support. Key results & what can be achieved in the role The role will require the successful candidate to manage and lead on a variety of commercial activity, including the negotiation and delivery of contracts in line with business strategy, requirements and budget. Be aligned to commodity teams to support contracting strategy decisions and identify appropriate contracting mechanisms/agreements to execute those strategies. These tasks will include developing and managing risk mitigation and developing and ensuring compliance with company policy and process. 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. Key selection criteria Contract drafting and negotiation Drafting, negotiating, executing and management of contracts with third parties, such as supplier, customer, partner, regulatory and government entities across the globe (including face to face, where applicable). You will be working with complex nature or high value outcomes whilst assessing the risk to the business. Experience of negotiating on company templates as well as reviewing and working on third party forms of contracts or industry forms/models in respect of contract terms and conditions and other commercial elements of a contract is essential. Commercial Strategy & Pricing Contribute and deliver the commercial thinking into business strategies relating to customers, suppliers and partners. This could include determining appropriate contract forms, models, pricing, payment, risk allocation etc. Development of the Commercial Function A priority activity is the development and maturity of the commercial function in a newly formed business including leading activities and improvements in relation to governance, processes, policies, training and the development of contract templates and guidance. Internal interface You will be interfacing with internal stakeholders, individual and departments within the Company at all levels for a variety of purposes. You ideally will have already gained experience in influencing challenging, decision making within a challenging and ambiguous environment. Presenting Information to stakeholders You will already have existing experience in taking information, understanding, and presenting it in an appropriate and compelling format, which includes formal communications to the appropriate stakeholders. Pay and Benefits We anticipate paying a salary of between £48,000 - £62,500 Bonus - Performance related bonus of up to 12.5% Benefits Allowance – £2,200, enabling you to create a bespoke package Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions. Holidays - 28 days holiday ( public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases Training & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business management, Law or Finance Demonstrated commitment to Continuous Professional Development. Proven good interpersonal and organisation skills. Demonstrated track record of meeting personal objectives and working within demanding timescales Experience with managing or negotiating contracts within a highly regulated environment Experience in supplier facing role We are Rolls-Royce SMR Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission. We're doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there's a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination. We're one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we're a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love. The start-up mentality coupled with our strengths-approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues 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. Apply Now – Simply click the apply and follow the instructions We have a 2-stage interview process. Interviews can be on-line or in-person and please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made. Your candidate experience is at the utmost importance to us. If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. being able to apply in a different format), please contact to arrange a confidential conversation with a recruitment partner Our Screening Process Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in following additional screening:- 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 ADZN1_UKTJ