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A little bit about us:
East West Rail is an infrastructure programme linking communities between Oxford and Cambridge. The area is currently let down by a lack of transport choices, and we have a once in a generation opportunity to fix that – improving prosperity for people and places along the way.
East West Railway Company (that’s us) was created by the Department for Transport (DfT) to oversee the delivery of East West Rail from construction through to wheels in motion, making sure the railway comes together in the right way.
At East West Railway Company, we’re committed to building an inclusive railway for all. We believe that to do that, we must nurture a diverse team that represents the UK communities that we impact. Our approach is simple – to create an environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications of all backgrounds and experiences.
Role Summary:
This role will support the Head of Commercial Strategy and Supply Chain in managing supply chain operations to ensure efficient and effective coordination of goods and services. This role involves optimising supply chain processes, managing supplier relationships, and conducting market analysis to support the overall commercial strategy, while collaborating closely with the commercial management and procurement teams.
Function:
The Commercial function provides commercial and procurement capability across the programme lifecycle, including strategy (setting the commercial strategy and advising risk allocation underpinning the delivery strategy), delivering procurement activities for the goods and services required to deliver the asset and run EWR Co, and delivering contract management services for the complex network of suppliers supporting EWR Co. Across all three of these domains the commercial function will run governance and reporting to measure compliance and provide commercial assurance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the development and implementation of supply chain strategies in alignment with the overall commercial strategy.
* Manage supplier relationships and coordinate market engagement activities to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
* Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements within the supply chain.
* Monitor and report on supply chain performance, identifying and addressing any issues or bottlenecks.
* Collaborate with the commercial management and procurement teams to ensure integrated supply chain efforts and seamless operations.
* Facilitate continuous improvement in supply chain processes, implementing best practices and innovative solutions.
* Assist in the preparation and presentation of supply chain performance reports to senior management.
* Provide training and support to internal teams on supply chain processes and best practices.
* Take responsibility of your own and others’ health and safety by adopting and working to the EWR Co Health and Safety principles.
* Demonstrates a cost-conscious mindset, keeping tax payers’ money at the forefront of decisions.
* Shows a commitment to innovation by proactively seeking creative solutions to challenges and opportunities.
* Act as a role model for EWR Co’s vision and behaviours, working in ways that are aligned with EWR Co’s Ways of Working, as well as encouraging and supporting others to do so too.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:
* Experience in supply chain management, with a strong focus on optimising processes and managing supplier relationships.
* Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and market analysis techniques.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
What we offer:
• Up to 12% employer’s pension contribution
• 36 days holiday a year (including bank holidays) + up to 2 days to buy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a range of benefits on the Perkbox platform
• On-the-spot and annual awards
• Advanced learning and development programmes
• Great work-life balance and flexible working opportunities
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
EWR Co strives to embrace a flexible working environment, where a degree of flexibility is maintained to accommodate both the needs and preferences of employees and what is required to achieve business objectives. EWR Co will always work with any individual to assess and accommodate an individual’s work life balance and style.
Diversity and Inclusion:
To discover the best solutions, it’s important we embrace diversity of thought. That’s why we aim to ensure our colleagues feel included, engaged and valued. Inclusiveness is not a buzzword, but a way of being. Our approach to diversity is simple – a workplace where everyone is welcome and everyone is encouraged to be themselves. It helps fuel our innovation and connects us with the customers and communities we serve.
We are open to secondments through the Rail Industry Talent Exchange Programme.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Other
* Industries
Rail Transportation
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