Senior Buyer

Job Description

At Network Rail, we’re the publicly owned operator of Britain’s rail infrastructure.

We’re trusted custodians of one of our nation’s most critical public assets :Scotland’s Railway.

We keep Scotland moving – connecting people and places, supporting businesses, public services and communities – driving economic, social and environmental success.

Our work spans almost 20% of the UK network and between 2024 and 2029, we’re investing £4.8 billion to enhance our stations and routes, supporting new passenger and freight rolling stock.

Working together with train operators, our investment will mean a more reliable, climate resilient railway; a better customer experience; and greener, more sustainable travel that links cities, towns, urban and rural communities with each other and with the wider UK.

But it’s our people who make this progress possible. At Network Rail Scotland, you’ll find an inclusive, supportive and flexible working culture where your ideas are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. Join us.

This is your railway – and it’s moving forward.

Here are some of the duties your role will include:

• Leading compliance with company commercial and procurement policies, processes, procedures and relevant legislation
• Supporting senior procurement colleagues across all parts of high value and complexity strategic procurements
• Leading day to day procurement of lower value goods, services and works contracts to support delivery colleagues
• Targeting specific categories of spend and/or suppliers to identify how tangible improvements may be made to the procurement processes
• Expert user and Regional lead on all strategic sourcing and procurement related systems and processes
• Supporting senior commercial and procurement staff in the development and implementation of national strategies as required
• Acting as the primary interface with business users to communicate the benefits of new contracts and suppliers

Closing date: Midnight of 12 th August 2026

Please note proof of all essential qualifications will be required.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Please note the recruitment process for this role is a competency based interview.

Network Rail is aDisability Confident Leader and we’ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.

• Recognised skills in contractual and commercial matters, with credibility and experience to act as advisor to other staff.
• Successful procurement background with practical intermediate level experience.
• Contributed towards maintaining successful relationships with suppliers.
• Knowledge of relevant contract terms.
• Membership of appropriate professional institution.

Key Information

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Glasgow St Vincent Street, Glasgow

Geographical Area:

Scotland

Closing Date:

12-AUG-2026

Job Category:

Business, Commercial and Project Management

Function:

Scotland Region

Organisation:

OS Scotland Route Contracts and Procurement (338785) G1