At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement activities and manage commercial relationships in a major transformation programme.
- Company: Join a major transport organisation with a focus on innovation and transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and the chance to influence significant projects.
- Other info: Opportunity for extension and growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on a high-profile cleaning insourcing initiative.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial management and advanced Excel skills required.
Duration: Until 18th December, with possibility for extension
Location: Hybrid and 2 days in London
Client: Major, Transport organisation
We're seeking an experienced Assistant Commercial Manager to support a high-profile transformation programme, helping deliver a major Cleaning insourcing initiative, within a large, complex, Transport organisation. This is an opportunity to work on a strategically important project where your commercial expertise will directly influence procurement, supplier relationships, and contract delivery.
The Role:
- Leading procurement activities across a significant transformation programme
- Managing both pre- and post-contract commercial activities
- Running sourcing exercises, preparing procurement documentation, and supporting tender processes
- Negotiating with suppliers and building strong commercial relationships
- Providing commercial advice to senior programme stakeholders
- Supporting multiple workstreams within a fast-paced delivery environment
Requirements:
- You'll be a confident commercial professional who can operate independently and thrive in a complex stakeholder environment.
- Advanced Excel skills
- Drafting Procurement Strategies
- Drafting Direct Award papers
- Drafting Contract extension papers and management
- Ideally, working knowledge of SAP Ariba
- Knowledge of FTS (find a tender service)
- Previous experience within Facilities Management procurement
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