Overview
We are looking for a proactive and forward-thinking Sourcing Specialist to join our Procurement team at Network Rail. The ideal candidate will have a passion for procurement and the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders and suppliers. You will bring excellent analytical and communication skills, a commitment to transparency, and the drive to contribute to Network Rail’s mission of delivering a safe, reliable, and efficient railway.
Team
You will join the Corporate Services Sourcing team within the Route Services C&P team. Our team leads exciting, high-profile, professional services sourcing projects for our internal customers, including HR, Occupational Health, Training, Supplies and Services, Facilities, Retail Property, Professional Services, Insurance and Consultancy. We are a super friendly team of 20, with an effective team ethos of supporting and developing each other.
What the role does
On an average day, you’ll be leading sourcing activities from initial business requirements through to contract signature, ensuring we deliver meaningful commercial outcomes. Working closely with stakeholders across functions, you’ll implement category strategies, negotiate contracts and manage risk and governance in a regulated environment. Your work will help us to maximise value and deliver a positive customer experience, helping to build a more efficient, effective railway for everyone.
Essential Criteria
* Educated to a Business or Economics degree standard or equivalent business experience
* Demonstrable level of Sourcing experience, with a track record of savings delivery
* Experience with negotiation and dispute resolution skill set
* Experience with contract law and financial management
* Experience with driving value from sourcing opportunities
* Experienced with agile cross-functional collaborative working methods
* Politically aware, with the proven ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies at an executive level
* Experience of problem-solving complex sourcing specific challenges
* Completer finisher mindset
Desirable Criteria
* Detailed knowledge of the UK Rail Industry, including procurement processes in a reclassified environment
* Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualification or working towards
Role Details
Duration: Permanent
Location: The Quadrant MK. This role is a full-time opportunity; flexible working patterns will be considered. For Quadrant:MK, you must live within 90 minutes.
Band & Salary: Band 4B £35,582 - £42,218
How to Apply and Additional Information
Contact: RSResourcing@networkrail.co.uk for questions or reasonable adjustments. Closing date: 10th May. Interviews are planned to be held W/C 11 May 2026, depending on business requirements. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Safety is a requirement of working for Network Rail.
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