Job Introduction

This role is in our Technology Sourcing team which sits within the Route Services Commercial and Procurement function and manages the sourcing of services and goods for; Information Technology, Research and Development, Telecoms and Intelligent Infrastructure. You will be working to source commercial solutions across a range of Technology  categories, ensuring value for money is achieved through applying your commercial expertise and interpersonal skills. You will also be required to work in accordance with public sector procurement regulations. This role provides opportunities for a varied workload, and would suit an individual seeking new challenges.

The technology team is an open, dynamic, and supportive team where individuals are supported and encouraged to learn, grow and have fun.  If you choose, you will also have the opportunity to be involved in forums and groups (e.g. mental health, EDI and neurodiversity) where you can get involved in the discussion, share your experiences and help shape our social fabric.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A willingness to grow through exposure to new categories and the willingness take on new challenges
• A desire to learn and a commitment to proactive personal development.
• Experience in developing and implementing sourcing strategies using a structured sourcing process, aligned to business needs and objectives
• Strong interpersonal skills to support stakeholder management and cross-functional working
• Aptitude for commercial problem solving in the context of a large and complex organisation

To help you find out more about the role we have created a candidate pack, linked below, which gives you an insight into what it’s like to work at Network Rail including our purpose, our culture and values, pay and benefits, learning and development and how we create an inclusive environment for all.

And hear what some of our brilliant team members think about Network Rail in this video

For full details of what you’ll be doing and the skills and experience you’ll need, please see the attached job description.

Do you consider yourself to have a protected characteristic? If so and you require any additional support with your application, please do not hesitate to contact the Resourcer who will happily assist

Click ‘apply for this job’ to apply. If you would like to speak the Resourcing Team, please contact Emily.Smith3@networkrail.co.uk

NB. Interviews for this role will take place in Milton Keynes, week commencing between 19/06/24 and 25/06/24.

Main Responsibility

Through the development and management of the sourcing process, from business requirement to contract signature, you will manage Technology sourcing activities concerning medium cost/risk opportunities.

Collaboration and customer service are key drivers to success in creating and delivering commercial and contractual value on behalf of the organisation, in line with government legislation. Your role will exist as part of an overall contract lifecycle of management and delivery that facilitates transition from Category Strategy (defined by Category Management Team) through to Strategic Supplier Management (managed by Supplier Management team). Through application of the Sourcing Framework, you will work with your Commercial & Procurement colleagues to ensure Group-wide commercial value and tangible improvements to passengers/freight users.

For more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please find the full job description attached below.

The Ideal Candidate

For more information regarding the essential criteria of this role, please find the full job description attached below.

Package Description

Duration: There are 2 Permanent positions available

Vacancy type: Full time but flexible working patterns will be considered

Location: Nationwide, hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days in Milton Keynes (as below address) per week.

Network Rail, The Quadrant MK, Elder Gate, Milton Keynes Central, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1EN

Closing date: 31st May 2024

Band & Salary: Band 4B (£35,582 - £40,029)

Are you interested in being involved in the procurement of Technology solutions where you can apply your sourcing expertise across a range of products and services? Or are you interested in working on varied range of procurement activities? If so, this role is an exciting opportunity to explore.

This is an opportunity for someone that may not be experienced in technology procurement, to work in a new category and apply their skills and experiences, in the pursuit of making a difference for rail passengers.

About the Company

At Network Rail, we own, repair and develop the railway infrastructure in England, Scotland and Wales. We exist to get people and goods where they need to be and to support our country’s economic prosperity. Rail is already the greenest form of public transport and we’re on a journey to a cleaner, greener future.  

We’re an organisation where people matter. We matter to millions. Find out why by watching this video.

We offer excellent benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
• Up to 75% off leisure travel for you and your family (subject to terms and conditions)
• ️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
• Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• ️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
• Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.

We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments

We are committed to a diverse workplace enriched with representation from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and skills. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where difference is embraced, and individuals can thrive. We recognise that the success of the team is dependent on a multi-cultural, multi-disciplined group of individuals, aligned to deliver successful solutions.

We're undertaking an ambitious change. Our vision is Putting Passengers First - becoming a company that is on the side of passengers and freight users. As one of the UK’s leading equal opportunities employers, our values and the way we behave is important to us and we have created an environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution. We have seven employee networks that provide fantastic support, opportunities and development for applicants from all backgrounds. Click here for more information 

Please note, all prospective external candidates offered a conditional role 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 the Sentinel database and will incur a five-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.

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