Sourcing Specialist - C&P

About Network Rail

Join Network Rail – Where People and Connections Matter. At Network Rail, we keep passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you’re part of something that matters to millions. We believe our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.

Location

Milton Keynes, GB

Department

ET RS CP Sourcing (618684) G2

Vacancy Details

• Duration: Permanent
• Location: The Quadrant MK (full‑time, flexible working patterns considered; must live within 90 minutes of the Quadrant)
• Band & Salary: Band 4B £35,582 – £42,218
• Brief
  
  Description:
  
  Proactive and forward‑thinking Sourcing Specialist needed for the Procurement team. Deliver end‑to‑end sourcing activities, build effective relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, and contribute to Network Rail’s mission of a safe, reliable, and efficient railway.

About the Role

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. The role involves leading sourcing activities from initial business requirements through to contract signature, implementing category strategies, negotiating contracts, managing risk and governance in a regulated environment, and ensuring compliance and value for money.

What does the average day look like?

On an average day, you’ll be leading sourcing activities from initial business requirements through to contract signature, ensuring impactful commercial outcomes. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across functions, negotiate contracts, manage risk, and maintain governance in a regulated environment.

Essential Criteria

• Educated to a Business or Economics degree standard or equivalent business experience
• Demonstrable level of sourcing experience with a track record of savings delivery
• Experience with negotiation and dispute resolution skills
• Experience with contract law and financial management
• Experience driving value from sourcing opportunities
• Experienced with agile cross‑functional collaborative working methods
• Politically aware, with the proven ability to influence at an executive level
• Experience solving complex sourcing challenges
• Completer‑finisher mindset

Desirable Criteria

• Detailed knowledge of the UK rail industry and procurement processes in a re‑classified environment
• CIPS qualification or working towards one

How to Apply

Closing date: 20/03/2026 (may close earlier on high application volumes). Interviews are planned for the week commencing 23/03/2026. Safe behaviour is a requirement and applicants must demonstrate awareness of our Safety Vision. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory pre‑employment checks.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we will accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process. For support, visit Even breaks Career Hive.

Benefits

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.
• Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
• Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• 75% subsidy on train tickets.
• Interest‑free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
• Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
• Plus more.