Commercial Manager

Job Description - Commercial Manager (047362)

Organisation

Surface Finance

Job

Position Type - Full Time

Salary – Circa £55k plus generous Benefits Package including Final Salary Pension and free Travel on the TfL network
Location – (London/Hybrid) (Croydon/Hybrid TRAMS)
Contract Type – TfL/Permanent

Who we are

Transport for London (TfL) is one of the most iconic integrated transport authorities in the world. The roundel is a globally recognised image. We challenge ourselves to be at the forefront of technological innovation, we support a green policy to ensure we reduce waste and carbon in everything we do.

About the Team

P&C plays a key role in delivering all aspects of Transport for London’s obligations and the Mayor of London’s Transport Strategy. It is our responsibility to plan, strategize and procure every essential component that TfL needs to deliver the millions of journeys that take place on our network each day.

The Roles

London Trams Background

London Trams is part of the TfL Group and responsible for the tram network in Croydon, Wimbledon, Beckenham and New Addington.

Fleet

The Commercial Manager positions are focused on pre & post contract management within the P&C team in London Underground Fleet, responsible for procuring and managing a portfolio of high value, high profile and complex supply contracts.

Infrastructure

These Commercial Manager roles support the Infrastructure part of Operations, responsible for a diverse portfolio of categories.

London Trams

We are currently seeking Operational Commercial Managers to work alongside the maintenance managers for various contracts.

Rail and Sponsored Services

This is an opportunity to join the Outsourced Operations team that owns the end-to-end sourcing and contract management processes for a broad portfolio.

Indirects

Join TfL's Indirects Procurement Team to source a diverse array of goods and services.

Key Accountabilities

The roles may entail pre and post contract or be solely post contract, the list below covers both aspects:

1. Collate customer requirements and specifications.
2. Utilise e-procurement tools, templates and standard forms of contract.
3. Prepare appropriate forms of contract.
4. Identifying, assessing and reducing potential risks.
5. Planning, delivering and managing all procurement activities.
6. Management of cost analysis, benchmarking, estimating and cost planning.
7. Management of construction, engineering, supply and service contracts.
8. Preparation of detailed analysis of variances.
9. Formulation of negotiation parameters.
10. Management of claims.
11. Chairing performance meetings with suppliers.
12. Supporting delivery of organisational and personal development programmes.
13. Liaising with third party funders and developers.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Skills:

1. Procurement Management - Ability to plan, deliver and manage all procurement activities - (Essential)
2. Contract Management - Understanding of various forms of contract - (Essential)
3. Strong negotiation skills - (Essential)
4. Stakeholder and supplier relationship skills - (Essential)
5. Advanced level of numeracy and data analysis skills - (Essential)

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of NEC and forms of contract - (Essential)

Experience:

1. Extensive experience of various commercial activities - (Essential)

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Application Process

Please apply using your CV, a cover letter is optional.

Assessment Process and Key Dates

The closing date for applications is Friday 17th January 2025

Flexible Working

We recognise that supporting our colleagues to work flexibly has a positive impact.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits including:
• Final salary pension scheme
• Free travel on the TfL network
• 30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• Discounted Eurostar travel