Senior Buyer - C&P

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join our team in York and to be a key member of our Procurement and Commercial Strategy team, responsible for managing the procurement process for medium to high value complex contracts and framework agreements. The team operates within the Eastern Region that supports our customers throughout the North East, East Midlands, East Coast and Anglia routes. Our activities include creating one off contracts, framework agreements and cover all rail disciplines. The role requires good strategic sourcing and communication skills to ensure value for money for all procurements and also to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and Network Rail corporate governance. The Senior Buyer will work closely with the Senior Procurement Manager and internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and deliver successful procurement strategies that support Network Rail's objectives. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, be proactive, have in depth experience of the end-to-end procurement process, be happy to challenge and be challenged and support our customers. We provide solid training and development opportunities to enhance your knowledge, increase your confidence, and enable you to achieve your career ambitions., · Lead the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing strategy development, market analysis, market engagement, tendering, evaluation and contract award on behalf of key customers and stakeholders. · Manage and mitigate risks within the sourcing framework, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and Regulations. · Provide continuous education to internal stakeholders on policy, process and Regulations so that they have a clear understanding and appreciation of such matters. · Provide expert advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on all sourcing and procurement related systems and governance documentation.

· Recognised skills in contractual and commercial matters, with credibility and experience to act as advisor to other staff. · Successful procurement background with practical intermediate level experience. · Contributed towards maintaining successful relationships with suppliers. · Knowledge of relevant contract terms. · Strong negotiation skills. Desirable criteria · Membership of appropriate professional institution · Understanding of The Procurement Regulations 2024 · NEC Contract experience, Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should be able to demonstrate your personal commitment to safety and awareness of our safety vision.

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! At Network rail you will also have a clear development path with access to training and additional qualifications. In joining Network Rail, you're not only joining an organisation with a vital role to play for the country, but also a team of more than 40,000 people, and a business dedicated to being one of Britain's best employers.

Network Rail Benefits – In addition to the above, you can enjoy a fantastic range of employee benefits, such as: · 28 days annual leave + bank holidays · 75% discount on rail leisure travel for you and your family · 75% subsidised Season Ticket for work travel (includes Underground) · A range of pension options · Annual Performance Related Pay package · Flexible and agile working arrangements · Healthcare package · Discounts on shopping · Discounted Gym memberships and much more., Network Rail can offer you a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits including a choice of contributory pension schemes, a generous annual leave package, a bonus scheme and an annual 75% subsidy on season tickets costing up to £3,333 (to a maximum amount of £2,500). You will also be entitled to 28 days annual leave Salary: £43,588 to £49,037 per annum.

• Employees will be entitled to a 75% discount off leisure travel, this includes off peak and super off peak tickets