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Methods are looking for an experienced Senior Procurement Manager ideally with Railway Experience in signalling preferably digital.ContractLondon or York - 3 Days In OfficeImmediate Start6 MonthsYou Will:Sound knowledge of the relevant supplier marketplaceKnowledge of E- Procurement (Bravo)EssentialSound commercial aptitude and sound knowledge of relevant Supplier Market.Varied and successful procurement and contracts background with experience of negotiation and developing and implementing procurement and contract strategies.Ability to communicate strategies and concepts simply and effectively and to persuade and influence stakeholders.Knowledge of EU Procurement Directives.Awareness of contract requirements safety and contract requirements environment.Key AccountabilitiesDevelop, and continually enhance, project specific procurement strategies that compliment the National Programme Strategy and maintain security of supply and value for money and performance for a range of contracts.Perform the full range of procurement and contracting activities including pre-qualification, tender management, negotiation and preparation of contracts.Provide procurement advice on an asset wide basis relating to specific portfolio issues.Support pre-contract procurement of main contractors and where appropriate actively influence the procurement of sub-contracting activity by the main contractors.Exercise compliance with Rail policies, procedures and governance and legal (including EU Directives) and regulatory requirements.Manage a range of preferred suppliers developing positive supplier relationships aligned to business objectives.Identify cost reduction and efficiency opportunities and contribute to the achievement of efficiency targets for a specific portfolio.Manage the process for the measuring of supplier performance so that effective feedback takes place to facilitate continuous improvement.Exercise delegated authority to procure in accordance with established policies and governance.