Category Manager - Rail

Are you an experienced Category Manager looking for a new position?
Do you have previous experience within Rail, Construction or Infrastructure?

TXM Recruit are currently recruiting for a strong Category Manager on a 6-month contract basis paying up to £450 per day (Umbrella) located in Birmingham. This role will be joining a rail client supporting the delivery of category plans and delivery of procurement processes across the business.

The role will be expected to lead tendering process, including all aspects of the procurement cycle into developing the contractual relationship and ensure the maximum value is extracted. The role will ensure that excellent procurement governance is applied, and the client procurement standards are maintained in line with company policies and procedures. The role will work closely with several key stakeholders across the business, including Finance, IT and the Department for Transport.

Principal Accountabilities:
Development of tactical procurement strategies for projects to lead the sourcing and implementation of third-party interactions in line with procurement processes and policies.
Leading the sourcing activity to identify the right suppliers & delivery partners in line with the Procurement Policy and, where required, the applicable Public Procurement Regulations.
Prepare and negotiate contracts and contract amendments necessary to meet business requirements and franchise commitments/obligations ensuring commerciality to the business.
Liaise with the wider Client Relationships & Contracts Team and the Department of Transport (DfT) to obtain approval of key contracts in line with the National Rail Contract (NRC) taking appropriate measures to ensure KPIs are met and surpassed.
Advise and support stakeholders on the best practice for obtaining best value for money and the highest quality for goods and services.
Provide the primary interface with external lawyers for matters relating to contracts.
Management and approval of POs through the Financial system to ensure a clear auditable trail and compliance to policies and procedures.
Hold suppliers accountable to support the delivery of their contractual agreements through clear and robust contract management.
Management and Governance of the contracts database to ensure that contracts remain valid, and any contractual breaches are identified and resolved.
Knowledge and Experience:
Degree level qualified or equivalent experience
CIPS qualified, or working towards
Significant experience of contractual agreements and development of terms to be able to deliver a robust commercial position
Working to multiple deadlines often under time constraints without compromising quality
Team player with the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders internally and externally to the business. Adaptable to business change.
Strong analytical skills to analyse complex spend data
Good level of knowledge in ICT systems, including e-procurement systems and Microsoft suite
Ability to develop and present a negotiation in a professional and influencing manner
High degree of commercial acumen coupled with excellent organisational and documentation skills.
Ability to complete a procurement process from start to finish independently
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting, friendly, and fast paced team, delivering essential services.

TXM Recruit is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you.
If you want to register your interest and apply, please contact me on the below or apply online:
Miren Chauhan
Delivery Consultant
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