Salary up to £53,000 dependent on skills and experience, plus excellent benefits package.
Location: Swindon
As one of the largest train companies in Britain, more than 100 million customers a year join us on board. When the Great Western Railway was built, it opened the West and Wales to trade and tourism. And now, along with our partners at Network Rail, we are proud to have the chance to look after your railway.
As well as electrifying our main routes, and upgrading key stations, we have carried out the biggest upgrade of trains in the country. The Procurement team have an essential role to play in the success of GWR through our strategic sourcing and our approach to supplier management.
Our Team Vision: Be a trusted partner, that enables the business to achieve value for money every time.
At GWR, we understand the importance of investing in our employees' professional growth. As a Procurement Manager, you'll have access to a structured career progression path within GWR. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, take on greater responsibilities, or pursue leadership positions, we are committed to supporting your career development every step of the way.
Benefits
* defined benefit pension scheme with the Railways Pension Scheme
* free rail travel across the GWR network for you and your family
* discounted travel with other Train Operating Companies
* company-sponsored health care plan
* discounted shopping and gym membership
* employee assistance programme and much more
About the Job
As a Procurement Manager, you will lead a diverse portfolio of procurement projects across multiple spend categories, including professional services, stationery, catering, cleaning, facilities services, and fuel. You will play a key role in supporting the procurement function throughout the organisation's transition to Public Ownership.
To succeed in this position, you will be an enthusiastic, self‑motivated individual with good interpersonal skills who can work both independently and within a wider multi‑functional stakeholder team.
Required Experience
1. PA23, Utilities or Public Contracts Regulations
2. Contract negotiation
3. Contract management
4. E‑procurement knowledge
Main Responsibilities
* Leading sourcing strategies and competitive, PA23‑compliant tenders to deliver value for money
* Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Identifying opportunities to consolidate suppliers and rationalise contracts
* Supporting transition activities and complex regulated procurements
* Driving value through supplier relationship management and commercial negotiations
About You
Experience & Skills Required
* End‑to‑end tender management experience, including drafting, issuing and evaluation, in a PA23‑compliant public sector environment
* Proven post‑award contract and supplier relationship management experience
* Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective internal and external stakeholder relationships
* Highly organised with excellent time‑management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
* Proactive in driving procurement projects and providing clear stakeholder updates
* Strong analytical and data management skills, with proficiency in MS Excel and Word
Minimum Requirements
* MCIPS qualified or working towards
* Previous experience in a procurement role within the public sector
* A basic understanding of contract law
Location
Base location is Milford House, Swindon. Part Time hours over 30 hours a week would be considered. Please state in your application if this is required.
Equal Opportunity
We all belong at GWR. This is our vision for providing an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment.
We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA, ethnicity, religion and disability. We maintain zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent.
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