Head of Procurement
- Lead the continuous improvement of procurement processes and systems, focusing on enhancing quality and efficiency in pre- and post-contract management.
- Inspire and lead procurement teams to achieve full engagement with business objectives and provide expertise on procurement issues to functional management.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, providing resources, training, and communication strategies, while enhancing procurement staff capabilities to meet legal and corporate governance requirements.
- Foster positive working relationships with internal departments, regulatory bodies, and government entities to improve coordination across functions.
- Provide specialist advice on contract and procurement matters, promoting a consistent commercial approach to the supply market and driving joint initiatives.
- Develop and implement supplier strategies for a portfolio of up to £20BN over 5 years, mitigating supply market risks and maximising commercial advantage.
- Champion the stewardship of the Procurement profession by establishing pathways for professional development and external qualification.
- Strong commercial aptitude with the ability to act as a role model, maintaining high personal and professional standards.
- The ability to balance stakeholder expectations with business and supplier capabilities.
- Membership or Fellowship of a relevant professional institution (e.g., CIPS or RICS).
- Comprehensive knowledge of contract, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Thorough knowledge of procurement legislation, particularly as it applies to the railway sector.
- Extensive senior-level management experience in procurement and contracting, ideally within the rail or construction industry.
- Educated to degree level.
- Experience with procurement processes and procedures within Network Rail.
- 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 a face to face interview with the hiring manager
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