Our mission is to provide high-quality, digitally-enabled rolling stock solutions that help deliver a safe, efficient and sustainable railway
Since 1996, our investments have totalled over £3bn, including the commissioning of over 2,500 new passenger and freight vehicles. We plan to invest over £1bn into UK rail in the coming years to deliver high quality new and refurbished vehicles for passengers and freight customers
But financing new trains is not the end-game. Our asset stewardship role includes management of assets to ensure performance, safety and long-term suitability over their full economic life
About the teamWe provide comprehensive engineering, project management and asset management services to ensure our assets deliver industry leading levels of performance and passenger satisfaction for our customers
Key ResponsibilitiesRole Purpose
Accountable as the primary manager and interface between the supply chain, customer and business for emerging issues on a daily basis, ensuring that service levels are achieved from the supply chain, with any issues escalated in a timely manner via the agreed escalation routes
The Contracts Manager will oversee and govern Spares Management Agreements (SMA) and work with other functions to agree Spares Access Agreements (SAA) in parallel and facilitate closure of open warranty issues. You will be responsible for providing back to the business Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and work with suppliers to improve performance where needed
ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement skills required to negotiate supplier spares contract and SMAs, consulted, advising and informing of any requirements needed for a new contractDevelop contract management skills to ensure that SMAs, warranty and KPIs are executed along with Project Execution Plans (PEPs)Develop strategic relationships with suppliers and customers. Ensure that the service levels are being implemented as per the contractual obligationsImplement regular contract reviews with the supply chain to successfully manage performance, report on these monthly, with the support of the SPCRMEnsure that assets are managed effectively by correct identification of assets, ensuring storage meets the specifications and requirementsEnsure annual stock takes are held for any contracts which include float material and conditionAdminister the warranty process to resolution, ensuring all warranty claims raised by Porterbrook customers are dealt with in a timely manner. Work with customers and suppliers to resolve disputes, ensuring suppliers have float available to support both planned and unplanned requirementsWhere required support the business in mobilising any Free Issue Material (FIM) OrdersEnsure that all Porterbrooks suppliers are accredited for the scope of work undertakenManage and maintain a risk register via an appropriate work book ensuring mitigation where neededEnsure that all suppliers are set up effectively, including the management of POsResponsible for ensuring the WLMP is kept up to date with any price changes relating to the overhaul services for sparesManage and track via an agreed methodology all Additional Arising Work (AAW) claims, ensure suppliers provide adequate information for Porterbrook to attribute cost responsibilities accordinglyEnsure that suppliers and customers take responsibility for the care, custody and control of Porterbrooks spares assets, when in their jurisdictionEnsure such spares are managed, maintained, overhauled and provided to users in an effective and efficient manner, to specificationManage all third-party relationships for the control and use of sparesProvide support to TOCs in respect of their requirementsLiaise with the Planning department to ensure that productions plans are met on timeOrganise the movement of stock for which Porterbrook is responsible forWork with the Engineering department for timely completion of maintenance contracts.Support and execute tasks relating to business improvementsOther DutiesProvide support to suppliers and internal functions on any health and safety mattersSupport the function and business in the drive for continuous improvementOperate in line with the organisations values and behavioursSupport all the areas of the business to ensure that current and future SMA contracts are set-up in an appropriate way so they can be managed successfullyHold regular meeting with the Supplier Contracts Manager to provide KPIs on supplier performance and contractual escalation requirements, receive feedback from Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR)Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseGeneral RequirementsThe ideal candidate will be a self-starter, who can work effectively on their own and as part of a teamAble to take a pragmatic approach to challenges and actively solve problems before they escalateExperience of taking full accountability for the end to end operational procurement processesExperience of Oracle systems would also be desirableQualificationsCIPS Qualified, working towards or prepared to embark on the journey Qualified to degree standard preferably in BusinessKnowledgePrevious experience in an contractual procurement roleTrack record of managing suppliers effectivelyKnowledge of commercial and supply contractsExperience of working in a small team and covering a wide range of accountabilitiesRail experience would be a distinct advantage but not essentialKey SkillsCommercial and negotiation skillsExcellent commercial acumenWell organised and able to work to deadlinesAbility to communicate at all levels, internally and externallyNumerate with strong analytical skillsComputer literacy (especially MS Office products)Excellent oral and written communication skillsExperience of e-procurement systems an advantageA great place to workWe are seeking the very best talent to join the team, and offer an excellent salary, along with bonus and benefits.?This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great organisation with excellent people and a road map for the future to grow and develop the business. Some of our benefits are listed below:Excellent pension schemeFinancial wellbeing supportFlexible workingEnhanced family friendly policiesAdoption & Shared Parental Leave benefitsEnhanced Armed Forces policiesOngoing support with professional and personal developmentLong service awardsPorterbrook Star awardsLife assuranceHealthcare cash plan25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy and sell up to 5 days additional leaveAdditional days annual leave for long serviceSeason ticket loanCycle to work schemeFree parking at our Derby and Long Marston sitesShould you be suitable for the role, the full benefits package will be discussed in more detail during your screening call.
?To apply
Please follow the link at the top of this page to send your CV and a covering email with full details of why you would be a great addition to the Porterbrook team, along with details of your current salary and notice period.
If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. Were committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone can develop to their full potential.
This vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged
Please note we are not accepting approaches from recruitment agencies for this role.JBRP1_UKTJ