Commercial Leader

This role will manage a Technology & Corporate Services Procurement sub-team, overseeing the sourcing, procurement, implementation and post-contract management of a sub- programme of capital works. 

This will involve working closely with senior business stakeholders to create and execute short- and long-term procurement strategies which will best position Heathrow to maximise value delivery, minimise risk and delivery the agreed benefits of the sub-programme through cost saving, revenue generation or improved airport operations.

• Manage the development and delivery of the procurement strategies across ICS (Information and Communication Systems in Construction Services) and QNS (Quieter Neighbourhood Scheme) Capital Programmes in Technology & Corporate Services, with responsibility for their successful delivery.
• Lead the development of new innovative strategies which will be presented to relevant senior stakeholders, using creative commercial models, market leading technology and trends that will drive competitive edge for the business.
• Lead SRM to develop supplier relationships, performance, contracts & reduce risk. Drive innovation & continuous improvement whilst leveraging best practice.
• Where required lead robust sourcing activity for any associated Opex requirements, including valid evaluation criteria and methods which stand to external scrutiny, have been consulted with legal and meet the obligations required by competition law.
• Develop and manage pipeline of procurement activities for a sub-programme, create strategic procurement plans and oversee the delivery of financial and non-financial value improvements through the management of end to end third party costs for sub-programmes.
• Guide strategic sourcing activities for large value, complex capital projects which align with the business and the broader business / market strategies. This includes the subsequent implementation and oversight of all contracts in terms of contract variations, claims, contract performance and contract innovation / enhancements. Managing the governance process and liaising with legal teams to ensure compliance.

• Post qualification experience in Construction, Technology or Professional Services with evidence of a Commercial and Contractual bias. 
• Extensive experience in a variety of Procurement and Contracting models and specifically in Construction NEC based contracting environments, using a range of reimbursement models.
• Experience of delivering Projects to meet business affordability targets.
• Experience of working in an integrated project team involving supplier partnering organisations.
• Experience in coaching and motivating staff to deliver high levels of performance. 
• Demonstrable experience of working in a structured process environment supported by an on-going desire to continually improve.

#LI-Hybrid 

There’s something so special about working at the world’s most iconic airport. Its sights. Its sounds. Its constant air of excitement. Heathrow is an amazing backdrop to a career filled with unique opportunities.

Every day, you’ll discover a world full of fresh possibilities and end the day buzzing with stories to tell, as you encounter people from all cultures, nationalities and experiences. A world full of pride for what we do and no end of exciting career prospects to explore.

It brings out the best in all of us. And inspires everyone to deliver on our ambitious plans. Together, we’re working to welcome millions more passengers while ensuring aviation can continue to be a force for good by leading global efforts in sustainability.

Join us on that journey and we'll help you achieve your ambitions too. Supporting you to learn, encouraging you to be yourself, backing you to achieve more than you might ever have imagined. Because there’s no place like Heathrow. 

Our rewards

We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that will support you now and in the future. As well as performance-based annual bonuses and our longer-term Share in Success Bonus plans, we also offer generous annual leave allowances and market-leading pensions. With family friendly policies, access to private health insurance and a wide range of wellbeing tools, we’ll support you to be at your best inside and outside work. And of course, we’ll provide varied learning and development opportunities too. Here you’ll find everything you need for a fulfilling career journey that can take you in exciting directions. 

Working Location

Our Hybrid working approach offers the opportunity for colleagues in some roles to work from home for an average of two days a week, providing the flexibility to work in an agile way whilst ensuring we deliver for the operational needs of Heathrow.  Working arrangements vary from team to team and will be confirmed during the recruitment process. You’ll need to be based in the UK and within a commutable distance to Heathrow. 

Sustainable Travel to work

Heathrow’s Sustainable Travel Guide sets out easy and sustainable travel options that everyone can access.
 
Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all. We believe that diverse talent makes us stronger – not least because we welcome passengers from all corners of the globe, every single day. Heathrow is an accessible place to work. With five diversity networks, we champion inclusivity and celebrate individuality.