Senior Procurement Manager

Job title:

Senior Procurement Manager

Company

Network Rail

Job description

Are you ready to make a difference in people’s lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country. We’re an organisation where people truly matter, and when you join us, you matter to us and millions of others. to watch our inspiring video to learn more about us!We’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we’re committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone. Discover more about the importance of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail by .Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!About our people and the recruitment process – We’re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don’t always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we’ll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance.We’re also a employer and we’ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.About GBRXAt GBRX, we are committed to delivering excellence in procurement to support our innovative projects in the railway sector. As the Senior Procurement Manager, you will develop and implement effective contracting and commercial arrangements for a specific portfolio of medium-value contracts, ensuring optimal value for money and performance in health, safety, quality, and environment (HSQE).Brief DescriptionThe Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining procurement strategies that align with the National Programme Strategy. You will manage a range of contracting activities and foster strong supplier relationships to achieve business objectives and efficiency targets.About the role (External)Key Accountabilities

• Develop and enhance project-specific procurement strategies that align with the National Programme Strategy, ensuring security of supply, value for money, and HSQE performance across various contracts.
• Execute the full procurement and contracting process, including pre-qualification, tender management, negotiation, and contract preparation.
• Provide procurement advice across the asset portfolio, addressing specific issues related to the portfolio.
• Support pre-contract procurement for main contractors and influence subcontracting activities where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with Network Rail policies, procedures, and governance, including legal requirements and EU directives.
• Manage relationships with a range of preferred suppliers, aligning their objectives with business goals.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements, contributing to efficiency targets for the portfolio.
• Oversee the measurement of supplier performance, facilitating effective feedback for continuous improvement.
• Exercise delegated authority to procure in accordance with established policies and governance.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Strong commercial aptitude and comprehensive knowledge of the relevant supplier market.
• Diverse and successful procurement and contracts background, with experience in negotiation and developing procurement strategies.
• Ability to communicate procurement strategies and concepts clearly, persuading and influencing stakeholders effectively.
• Knowledge of EU Procurement Directives and an understanding of contract safety and environmental requirements.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with e-procurement systems.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Knowledge of the rail industry.
• Educated to degree level.

Are you ready to enhance our procurement strategy? Join GBRX as a Senior Procurement Manager and contribute to the future of the railway industry through effective contract management and supplier relationships.
Apply today to make an impact!How to apply (External)Salary: £55,596 – £62,546 rangeClosing date: 29.10.2024. – Late applications will not be accepted.Click apply now to apply.Hybrid working opportunity! This role can be based in York or London.What does our recruitment process look like? * Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV.

• If your experience matches what we’re looking for, you’ll be invited to interview with the hiring manager

Drugs and Alcohol Standard:Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard is changing as of 16.01.2023. All prospective candidates who have not been offered a conditional role by 16.01.2023 will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.You can visit for advice on accessibility support if you’re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.Network Rail Benefits –All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Expected salary

£55596 – 62546 per year

Location

London

Job date

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 22:10:33 GMT

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