Job Title: Contracts Manager – FTC (Equipment & Services Procurement)Ref: 580504Location: London (Central)Salary: £375-£400 a dayRole Type: Temporary / Contract – 4 months.Role SummaryThis is an exciting time to join a busy rail company within a procurement / contracts management role. The position will manage procurement and supplier management parameters around equipment and services contracts within passenger ticketing.You will be responsible for sourcing new contracts, managing competitive tender processes, negotiating contract terms and putting in place robust supplier management processes.The roleLead on contract negotiations / revisions within the ticketing equipment and services categoryFollow all necessary internal procurement policies and proceduresProactively consider ways to improve service delivery with existing suppliers and consider how the company can transition to meet the demands of future requirements, assessing any potential new/alternative solutions and technologies where necessaryManage the tendering processes for new contracts through to contract awardHelp implement robust supplier management protocolThe ideal candidate will have:Experience in procurement or contracts/supplier managementExperience of both equipment and services style contractsQualifications within the procurement field e.g. CIPs training or accreditations would be highly desirableIdeally degree qualified – fields of particular interest would be procurement, law or business studiesMust have experience working in depth within contract negotiation and feel confident in sourcing novel contractsPrevious experience in procurement of technological products and services would be highly advantageous – especially EPOS systemsMy client is an equal opportunities employer, that aim to foster a diverse and inclusive working environment. If you have any questions or need any special assistance throughout the application process, please do not hesitate to ask.To apply or find out more please send an updated CV to charlotte.cruise@ganymedesolutions.co.uk