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Contracts Assistant

Network Rail

Contracts Assistant

£28000

Network Rail, Milton Keynes

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 7 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: d8da4fa4b5804c558d0223689d13f5ba

Full Job Description

  • Assisting in the management of contracts and supplier relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of materials.

  • Supporting the procurement process, monitoring supplier performance, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

  • Recording, analysing, and maintaining accurate data to support management decisions.

  • Producing reports and insights to improve supply chain efficiency and sustainability.

  • Collaborating with key stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication and operations.

  • Contributing to the achievement of Network Rail’s business objectives by optimizing material supply and recycling processes., · Support the management of supply chain contracts to achieve the most cost effective delivery of goods and services.


    • · Collate data on all transactions incurred in delivering contracts. Investigate and reconcile transactions and costs as part of an end to end process

    · Develop effective relationships with customers and suppliers. Develop and maintain processes for effective query resolution

    · Support the team as required, to deliver a comprehensive service to the business areas.

    · Provide data, analysis and commentary for management reports.

    · Assist in supporting the timely collection of business unit commercial information and payment of business unit creditors.

    · Assist in identification and implementation of quality and efficiency improvement initiatives.

  • Strong organisational and data management skills with a keen eye for detail.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

  • A proactive, problem-solving attitude with the ability to handle multiple tasks.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, to support data analysis.

  • A desire to grow and develop within the rail industry., · Proven ability to work to tight deadlines and mandated processes with a high level of accuracy


    • · Good administration and analytical skills

    · Good interpersonal and relationship building skills

    · Good commercial awareness

    · A customer focussed approach

    Desirable

    · Railway knowledge

    · Awareness of supply chain processes