Senior Commercial Manager

Job title:

Senior Commercial Manager

Company

Network Rail

Job description

Are you ready to make a difference in people’s lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country. We’re an organisation where people truly matter, and when you join us, you matter to us and millions of others. to watch our inspiring video to learn more about us!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 .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!About our people and the recruitment process – We’re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don’t always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we’ll do our best to help and invest in your career with us, whilst you have a healthy work life balance.We’re also a employer and we’ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.About GBRX – At GBRX, we are at the forefront of transforming the railway industry, driving innovation, and delivering complex projects that push the boundaries of transportation. We are seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead the commercial management of our frameworks and contracts, ensuring financial efficiency and delivering excellence in our programme of works.At GBRX, we foster a values-driven culture rooted in curiosity, pioneering spirit, and tenacity. By applying a first principles approach, we tackle the most complex challenges in railway modernisation, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and driving transformative change. Our mission is to reshape the future of the railway and improve customer experiences within the railway industry.You’ll work on ground breaking projects that make a real-world impact, all while being part of a values-driven culture that encourages curiosity, innovation, and tenacity. This hybrid role offers a balance of remote work with regular in-office collaboration, ensuring flexibility while enabling you to work closely with our diverse team of experts.Brief DescriptionThe successful candidate will possess strong Senior Commercial Manager capabilities, including expertise in applicable regulations, governance, and best practices across pre- and post-contract environments. With experience working within complex, multi-organisational programmes or business change environments, they will demonstrate a proactive approach in understanding industry business models and addressing the priorities of diverse stakeholders. Critical thinking and the ability to influence others in solving novel problems are essential.A solid understanding of governance controls when managing public money is crucial. While knowledge of railway legislation and contractual environments is desirable, experience with ETCS and railway operations is advantageous but not required.About the role (External)Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and implement commercial strategies, ensuring effective cost management and feedback into procurement processes.
• Provide commercial management of framework agreements, leading reviews of contractor delivery and attending progress meetings.
• Lead negotiation of prices under existing contracts, participating in risk assessments and value management workshops.
• Manage all project reporting, explaining variances and proposing mitigating actions where necessary.
• Oversee commercial correspondence, contractual notices, and the resolution of contract disputes.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and lead final account settlements on all projects.
• Support both pre and post-contract procurement activities, acting as a mentor and coach for commercial staff.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of railway and construction industry contracts and conditions.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field, with a professional qualification.
• Proven experience as a negotiator, with a track record of resolving contract disputes in construction.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in railway and/or construction commercial management.
• Expertise in managing railway commercial contracts.

Ready to drive the future of railway systems? Bring your expertise to GBRX and make a lasting impact.Apply today to join our team and shape the future of rail travel!How to apply (External)Salary: £55,596 – £69,496Closing date: 12.01.2025 – Late applications will not be accepted.Click apply now to apply.Remote working opportunity!What does our recruitment process look like? * 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 an interview with the hiring manager.

Drugs and Alcohol Standard:Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard is changing as of 16.01.2023. All prospective candidates who have not been offered a conditional role by 16.01.2023 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 database and a 5 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 will be enforced.You can visit for advice on accessibility support if you’re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.Network Rail Benefits –All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Expected salary

£55596 – 69496 per year

Location

London

Job date

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 02:25:48 GMT

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