Commercial Officer

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Commercial Officer
Location: Denham Martin-Baker is the worlds leading manufacturer of ejection and crashworthy seats, saving over 7,805 lives to date. We combine cutting-edge engineering with a clear mission protecting aircrew around the world. We are now recruiting several Commercial Officers to join our established Commercial team at our Denham site.
The Role As a Commercial Officer, you will be responsible for the effective commercial management of allocated customer accounts, primarily across the Americas region (Canada, USA, Central and South America) . Youll support both pre- and post-contract activities , working closely with customers, internal stakeholders, and senior commercial colleagues.
This is a varied role covering bids, contracts, customer relationships, and commercial administration , offering excellent exposure to international defence contracting.

Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain strong, professional customer relationships, acting as the main point of contact for commercial queries
Prepare routine bids, quotations, and proposals (competitive and sole-source) in line with company procedures
Support major bids as part of cross-functional proposal teams
Manage contract administration, including invoicing, reporting, and amendments
Enter and maintain accurate commercial data within SAP
Monitor and manage customer debt in line with company policy
Negotiate contracts, changes, and terms within delegated authority levels
Ensure customer requirements are clearly communicated to internal stakeholders
Identify and support new business opportunities through strong customer understanding
Represent Martin-Baker internally and externally, including potential travel within the UK and overseas
About You Were looking for energetic, enthusiastic, and driven individuals with strong communication skills and an interest in negotiation, contracts, and relationship management.

Essential:
Familiarity with contracts, procurement, or bid management concepts
Experience using SAP or other MRP systems
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel Strong numerical and analytical skills
Confident written and verbal communication skills
Commercial awareness and attention to detail
Ability to build effective working relationships
Organised, adaptable, and eager to learn
Degree (or equivalent) in business, law, engineering, economics, or a related subject
Benefits
9% non-contributory pension (18+)
Midday finish on Fridays
4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
Personalised training & development plan
Healthcare Cash Plan
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Option to purchase additional annual leave
Cycle to Work & nursery benefits
Discounts via the Martin-Baker+ platform
Your Interview Journey Initial Telephone interview - a detailed conversation with your Recruitment Business Partner to understand your background and motivation for joining Martin-Baker.
First Stage Interview (Microsoft Teams) a structured discussion with the Hiring Manager to explore your work experience and provide insight into Martin-Bakers operations and the specifics of the role. Candidates will complete online numerical and verbal reasoning tests. Final Stage Interview (Face to Face) Why Join Us? At Martin-Baker, your work directly contributes to saving lives. Youll join a collaborative, innovative team with real opportunities to grow and make an impact. This role is subject to UK Government BPSS security clearance. Learn more: [1] martin-baker.com/security-vetting. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK and be currently residing in the UK Hit Apply Now

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Location:
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Salary:
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Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Retail

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