Job Ref: 213551784

Date: 2021-04-15 14:16:24

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Working within the wider commerical and procurement team, you will help ensure that robust contractual processes are in place to ensure compliance and add value.

Client Details

We're working with a leading transport and distribution business who are looking to build a brand new procurement function.

Description

Engage with internal stakeholders to build close trusted relationships and to ensure a full understanding of expected outcomes

Communicate contract related issues and to understand and act upon any concerns raised

Ensure a complete understanding of all contracts assigned, including the products/services being bought, pricing, processes, opportunities and risks

Develop a commercial contract management strategy, including the development and deployment of a contract management toolkit

Monitor spend, risk, performance and contract obligations through KPI's and SLA's, across a portfolio of contracts within a category

Manage and collaborate with stakeholders to complete contract close outs, extensions and renewals.

Ensure the Contract database is kept up to date and plans are in place for continuity of supply for all contracts approaching expiry/renewal

Establish, maintain and grow supplier relationships by serving as a single point of contact for contractual matters

Ensure that risks are identified and that mitigation actions are defined and managed
Effective use of contract analysis to establish and implement initiatives that can unlock in-contract value

Effective use of contract portfolio analysis to identify opportunities to work closer with strategic suppliers, improve processes or work differently to create additional value for the business and its stakeholders
Promote equality in the workplace and adopt appropriate behaviour when interacting with colleaguesProfile

At least 5 years' experience in commercial management, ideally within a regulated business and / or within the UK rail industry

Your skills and experience will include:

Strong knowledge of contract development and management
Knowledge of procurement processes, including relevant regulatory requirements (e.g. OJEU and Public Contracts Regulations)

Strong financial and commercial acumen

Excellent communication, relationship management and presentation skills

Demonstrable negotiation and conflict resolution skills

Strong ability to engage and manage stakeholders

Experience in driving innovation and change
Job Offer

£50,000 – £60,000 basic salary

Up to 20% bonus, based on individual and company performance

* Up to 12% employer's pension contribution

* 36 days holiday a year (including bank holidays) + up to 2 days to buy

* Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme

* Perks platform with hundreds of discounts and freebies

* On-the-spot and annual awards

* Advanced learning and development programmes

* Great work-life balance and flexible working opportunities

* Enhanced family-friendly policies

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