Rail Procurement Manager

Job Title:

Senior Procurement Manager

Location:

London (Puddle Dock) or Basingstoke (Hybrid)
Salary: £55,596 - £67,813 + Discretionary Bonus & Excellent Benefits

The Opportunity:

Play a key leadership role at the forefront of change within the UK rail industry. We are seeking a strategic Senior Procurement Manager to join our Southern region team. This is not just a buying role; you will be a true business partner, shaping high-value procurement strategies and providing expert commercial advice to senior stakeholders during a pivotal time of transformation.

This is a flexible role where you can be aligned to either a business partnering function with people management responsibilities or a delivery-focused position on major, complex projects, depending on your strengths.

Key Responsibilities:

· Act as a senior business partner, managing complex stakeholder relationships and developing procurement pipelines.

· Lead and manage a small team of procurement professionals.

· Develop and execute end-to-end procurement strategies for major projects and complex frameworks, from initial requirement shaping through to contract award.

· Provide commercial expertise and a strategic lens to the business, ensuring value for money and driving efficiencies in a regulated environment.

· Manage the governance and assurance process for procurements, with a delegated authority of up to £5 million.

About You:

· A strategic procurement professional with a track record of delivering high-value works or services procurements.

· Demonstrable experience in stakeholder management, with the ability to influence and advise senior leaders.

· Strong knowledge of public procurement regulations is very important.

· A leadership mindset, with an interest in developing people and driving team improvements.

· Experience from regulated industries such as rail, utilities, or other major infrastructure projects is beneficial.

Why Join Us?

· Incredible Benefits:
Enjoy 75% off rail travel, a discretionary bonus, and an excellent pension scheme (defined benefit after 5 years).

· Career Development:
We are invested in our people.

This role offers a clear path for succession and access to fantastic training opportunities.

· Work-Life Balance:
We offer a flexible, hybrid working model (3 days in the office, no set days) and a supportive team culture.

· Make an Impact:
Be part of a dynamic team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of the railway