Who We Are

About the role

• Duration: Permanent

• Location: This role is based in The Quadrant Milton Keynes with potential to be based in York. This role is a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered. For Quadrant:MK, you must live within 90 minutes of the office.

• Band & Salary: Band 4B £35,582 - £43,400 depending on skills and experience.

What does the average day look like?

No two days will be exactly the same. You'll use data and insight to understand supply chain risks, identify what's driving them and help colleagues make informed, evidence-based decisions. You'll work with a range of stakeholders to review supplier information, monitor supply chain issues, manage compliance to the agreed processes, and keep actions on track. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to challenge assumptions, explore opportunities for improvement and turn complex information into clear, practical insights that support the business.

About the team

You'll be joining a supportive and collaborative Commercial & Procurement team that plays a key role in keeping Britain's railways running efficiently and safely. We work closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the business to deliver value for money, ensure compliance, and support strategic objectives. It's a fast-paced and dynamic environment where your ideas are valued, and professional development is encouraged.

And hear what some of our brilliant team members think about Network Rail in this video

Your experience and skills

Essential Criteria 

• Attention to detail and strong time management to achieve set deadlines
• Highly numerate with strong analytical and financial skills 
• Experience of contributing to the development and implementation of change initiatives
• Advanced level of Microsoft Office systems, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Good written and presentation skills including an ability to analyse and present complex information in a clear and concise format
• Proven customer service orientation and collaborative approach
• Degree trained or equivalent business experience

Please see attached job description for full details. 

Desirable Criteria 

• Large utility, contracting and/or engineering organisation experience
• Rail industry exposure
• Supplier/Commercial Management experience
• Risk management experience in a construction related industry

Additional Information

• Closing date: 27.11.26. On occasions, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. Late applications may not be accepted. 

• Next Steps: Interviews will be held W/C 07.12.26, depending on business requirements. 

Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our Safety Vision

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information

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