Assistant Commercial Manager

Assistant Commercial Manager Application Deadline: 12 April 2024Department: Corporate ServicesEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Milton KeynesDescription
A little bit about us:
East West Rail is a new railway linking communities between Oxford and Cambridge. The area is currently let down by a lack of transport choices, and we have a once in a generation opportunity to fix that – improving prosperity for people and places along the way.
East West Railway Company (that’s us) was created by the Department for Transport (DfT) to oversee the delivery of East West Rail from construction through to wheels in motion, making sure the railway comes together in the right way.
Role Summary:The successful candidate will provide support to Commercial and Contract Managers across defined categories / directorates within East West Rail. They will support the implementation and operation of robust processes over the commercial affairs of East West Rail and help ensure that Contracts are successfully managed to deliver the expected outcomes.
As an Assistant Contract Manager, you may be called upon to support different stages of the procurement lifecycle however the principal focus will be support for the management of contractual obligations, variations, supplier performance and payments.
Team dimensions:East West Rail operates a matrix structure.
Key Responsibilities
Develop a good understanding of key contracts assigned, including the products/services being bought, pricing, processes, opportunities, and risks
Support the implementation of effective contract management plans
Support the production of commercial correspondence and records, and contractual notices for issue in accordance with contractual conditions.
Support the assessment and valuation of supplier/contractor’s applications and processing of payment certification in accordance with processes, contractual terms and conditions and commensurate with contractual entitlement
Monitor and report spend, risk, performance, and contract obligations through KPI’s and SLA’s, across a portfolio of contracts using the tools and systems provided
Develop good understanding of the Contract Management System, follow the processes to ensure database is kept up to date.
Support in the administration of contract electronic communication software
Support engagement with internal stakeholders to build close trusted relationships and to ensure a full understanding of expected outcomes
If requested by the Head of Contract Management, support Finance and their Purchase to Pay Team, providing holiday cover for the Accounts Payable Assistant.
Support the analysis of contract data to identify opportunities to work closer with strategic suppliers, improve processes or work differently to create additional value for EWR and its stakeholders
Act as a role model for EWR Co’s vision and values, behaving in ways that are in alignment with EWR Co’s ways of working, such as encouraging and supporting others
Promote equality in the workplace and adopt appropriate behaviour when interacting with colleagues.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
At least 2 years’ experience in commercial management
Knowledge and experience of working with NEC contracts an advantage
Good knowledge of contract management processes and governance
Good financial and commercial acumen
Good interpersonal communication skills combined with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
Good people skills and ability to work in a team
Education and Qualifications:
Educated to degree or similar standard (desirable)Quantity Surveyor backgroundBenefits
What we offer:
Competitive base salary
Up to 12% employer’s pension contribution
36 days holiday a year (including bank holidays) + up to 2 days to buy
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Perks platform with hundreds of discounts and freebies
On-the-spot and annual awards
Advanced learning and development programmes
Flexible working opportunities
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Exceptional IT tools
EWR Co strives to embrace a flexible working environment, where a degree of flexibility is maintained to accommodate both the needs and preferences of employees and what is required to achieve business objectives. EWR Co will always work with any individual to assess and accommodate an individual’s work life balance and style.Diversity and inclusion:To discover the best solutions, it’s important we embrace diversity of thought. That’s why we aim to ensure our colleagues feel included, engaged, and valued. Inclusiveness is not a buzzword, but a way of being. Our approach to diversity is simple – a workplace where everyone is welcome, and everyone is encouraged to be themselves. It helps fuel our innovation and connects us with the customers and communities we serve.
If you want to connect lives and unlock the future, then we’d love to hear from you
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