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On behalf of Network Rail, we are looking for a Head of Procurement for a 6 month contract based Hybrid working (2/3 days per week in London or York office and remaining WFH)

Network Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From Crossrail – Europe’s largest civil engineering project – to investment in world-class stations and major programmes of electrification, we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures that this country has ever seen. We at Network Rail are dedicated to becoming one of Britain's best employers and believe this starts with placing the candidate at the heart of everything we do!

Role Purpose:

To lead the function for Procurement, driving best practice processes and systems in areas of pre-contract management, maintaining compliance with appropriate legal and regulatory requirements. Monitor and measure compliance and adherence to regulatory requirements to provide assurance

The main duties and responsibilities of the Head of Procurement would be to:

• To manage the continuous improvement of deployed processes and systems that support pre and post contract management activities. Develop and implement programmes and initiatives to improve quality and efficiency.
• To lead and inspire the procurement teams to maintain full engagement in meeting business objectives and provide specialist expertise to functional management on all procurement issues.
• To lead and comply with company procedures to provide appropriate resources, communication strategies, training and competency including evaluating capability of staff to safely deliver their accountabilities in accordance with legal/regulatory requirements and corporate governance. Improve procurement staff capabilities.
• To develop and improve co-ordination with other functions, maintain positive working relationships with Network Rail departments/functions and relevant regulatory & government bodies.
• To provide specialist advice on all contract, procurement and commercial issues and maintain links with other functions so as to develop joint initiatives and deliver improvements including maintaining consistency in commercial approach to the supply market.
• To define, develop and implement contracting and supplier strategies for a portfolio of up to £20BN over 5 years that mitigate supply market risks, working with other Network Rail functions in order to maximise commercial advantage for the company as a whole.
• To lead the stewardship of the Procurement profession, establishing routes and pathways for professional development and external professional qualification.

Essential:

• Strong commercial aptitude with high personal and professional standards and be able to act as role model to inspire others.
• The ability to balance stakeholder expectations against the needs and capabilities of the business and suppliers.
• Membership or Fellowship of relevant professional institution (either CIPS or RICS)
• Thorough knowledge of contract requirements safety and environment.
• Thorough knowledge of EU and UK procurement legislation and regulations governing railways

Desirable:

• Wide and successful management background either in rail or construction industry with extensive
• experience at a senior level of procurement and contracting.
• Educated to degree level.
• Experience of contracts and procurement processes and procedures within Network Rail.

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Network Rail is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They welcome applications from everyone.

Disability Confident

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Network Rail guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply.

Armed Forces Covenant

Network Rail guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".