Role Overview
GB Railfreight (GBRF) has established a new Supply Chain Management function. The core purpose of the department is to bring together the previous Procurement and Contract Management functions, combining the experience and expertise of both disciplines into a single integrated team. The department will support GBRF in managing all elements of the supply chain throughout the procurement lifecycle, from the identification of business requirements through to contract expiry or renewal. Its objective is to ensure that supplier relationships are effectively managed to deliver high-quality services and best value, whilst aligning with GBRF's strategic and commercial objectives.
The Supply Chain Administrator will support the Category Managers to support the day-to-day management of the supply chain, providing administrative support across the procurement and contract management lifecycle. The role will help ensure that records, contractual documentation and digital systems are accurately maintained, up to date, and compliant with GBRF's governance requirements.
In addition, the Supply Chain Administrator will build effective working relationships with key stakeholders across the business to facilitate cross-functional collaboration, coordinate the exchange of information, and support the efficient delivery of procurement and contract management activities.
Main Responsibilities
- Curating of digital systems relevant to the Supply Chain Function, ensuring information is accurate.
- Up date key documentation such as Supplier business review minutes, actions logs and internal project management platforms.
- Engage with the Category Managers to understand current priorities and how best to assist with the preparation of information ahead of tendering activates and supplier engagement meetings.
- Engage with multiple Stakeholders in the business to gather information relevant to work streams with in the supply chain function.
- Management of the Supply chain pipeline, ensuring that information is updated and key decision points are highlighted to the Head of the
- Supply Chain function.
- Management of the Supply Chain Contract repository, ensuring filing is effective and variation records are updated against the required contracts.
- Other Office administrative tasks as required.
Skills and Experience
- Punctual individual
- Ability to prioritise tasks
- Excellent IT Skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Strong communications skills
- Must be willing to travel to other UK sites with Clean UK driving license
GB Railfreight are proud to be one of the UK's fastest-growing rail freight companies, recognised for our reliability, growth, and commitment to delivering high-quality service. For over 20 years, we've been so much more than just trains — we're a dedicated team, committed to working together to deliver reliable, sustainable freight services and build strong partnerships across industries nationwide.
When you join GBRf, you become part of a team that truly values its people, works collaboratively, and takes pride in what we do — keeping goods moving through smarter, greener, and more efficient freight solutions.
We pride ourselves on being genuinely value-driven. Our core values guide everything we do, shaping our culture and actions:
Our Values
- Professionalism – Safety and security are paramount in our business, and we believe this forms the foundation of a high-achieving safety culture.
- Support – We look after our people, and they in turn are encouraged to look after each other.
- Communication – Transparency in our business is valued by both colleagues and customers.
- Trust and Empowerment – We believe openness and honesty create the best relationships, building trust and confidence.
- Enjoyment – Taking pleasure in coming to work at GBRf is actively encouraged, right from the top.
Key Benefits of Working With Us
- As well as a competitive salary and annual leave package (aligned to annualised hours), and enrolment into our Industry-Wide Defined Contribution Pension Scheme, we offer:
- A generous healthcare package
- An online benefits portal offering hundreds of discounts at nationwide retailers
- An electric vehicle scheme (available after your first 12 months)
- Regular social events, including days out for you and your family
- Training and development opportunities, including internal courses and external certifications through our industry-renowned development programs. We prioritise your growth in line with our people-centric culture.
Inclusion Without Exclusion
At GB Railfreight, we recognise that a more diverse range of people leads to greater innovation. We recruit and develop people best suited to the role requirements, regardless of background.
Our aim is to create a diverse workforce that reflects wider society. We champion diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing in the workplace, in alignment with our values.
If you're as passionate about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) as we are, we invite new employees to join our People and Culture working group and contribute to the ongoing work in this area.
