Senior Buyer - C&P

About Network Rail

Join our Commercial & Finance Team at Network Rail High Speed - Senior Buyer

Who we are

Network Rail High Speed Ltd. (NRHS) is responsible for operating and maintaining the UK's only international high-speed railway, High Speed (HS1).

The 109km HS1 infrastructure consists of a diverse range of railway assets such as the track, signalling, overhead line, lineside buildings, depots, viaducts and long tunnels. NRHS is also responsible for operating and maintaining three international stations; St Pancras, Stratford and Ebbsfleet International.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd, NRHS is privately financed under an agreement with our client 'HS1 Ltd', undertaking a diverse range of activities from railway infrastructure maintenance and operations - through to station facilities management and retail on behalf of our client.

Our Vision: For everyone to love High Speed rail!

https://www.networkrail.co.uk/running-the-railway/our-routes/network-rai...

Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more!
Brief Description

The role

We have an exciting opportunity within Network Rail High Speed for a Senior Buyer in our Commercial and Finance Team.

You will implement and monitor agreed strategies for commodity area including development of individual contracts whilst undertaking procurement, negotiation and contracting.

Key accountabilities include:

• Developing and implementing individual project and steady state contracting strategy proposals (including preparation and evaluation of tender documents and negotiation of contracts).
• Providing post contract commercial management support for a range of contracts.
• Providing dedicated support to senior staff in respect of individual projects and/or contract/commercial issues, including 'rapid response' to potential contract disputes.
• Targeting specific goods, services and/or suppliers to identify how tangible improvements may be made in the procurement of these goods and services.
• Undertaking regular contract management meetings with key stakeholders and suppliers to monitor whether maximum value was delivered via contract.
• Managing responsibilities for endorsements and approval of contract variations.
• Providing all services to programme/project teams in a timely and cost effective manner and contributing positively towards the achievement of programme/project objectives.

This is a permanent position, so come and be part of a truly unique business that brings the UK closer to Europe.

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 clicking here.

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 Disability Confident Leader 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 the role (External)

The person

So, who are we looking for? If you can answer 'yes' to the following questions, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Do you have:

• Recognised skills in contractual and commercial matters, with credibility and experience to act as advisor to other staff.
• A successful procurement background with practical intermediate level experience.
• Experience of contributing towards maintaining successful relationships with suppliers.
• Knowledge of relevant contract terms.
• Strong negotiation skills.

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