Head of Contracts

Job Description

We are seeking a Head of Contracts to join our team at Eurostar. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for managing contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving business growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts for the most significant activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies
• Participate in strategic planning for heavy maintenance and projects requiring long-term fleet immobilization
• Collaborate with the fleet management team to formalize the annual maintenance order
• Ensure that the constraints of cleaning activities are taken into account when scheduling, while striving to meet the commercial and economic needs of Eurostar
• Participate in strategic decisions related to the department's budget
• Lead and manage teams assigned to you
• Ensure that the resources and competencies of your entity are well-aligned to meet the assigned tasks
• Be responsible for the training plan of your team in line with the required competencies of the job descriptions
• Ensure the availability of material support for the Continental Rolling Stock

Performance

• Be responsible for the financial performance of the department, ensuring that the budget (Capex and Opex) is well-managed
• Identify any deviations from the forecasts and propose opportunities for cost savings or optimization
• Be responsible for the performance of Rolling Stock with regard to cleaning activities, including customer satisfaction (NPS)
• Implement Lean tools to ensure the right measurements, identify the underlying causes of deviations, and take corrective actions to achieve the entity's objectives
• Participate in governance related to financial performance
• Participate in the necessary governance bodies for the good management of contracts
• Ensure that all requirements of each contract are met

Requirements

• Experience in contract management and negotiation
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead and manage teams

Preferred Skills

• Experience in the rail industry
• Knowledge of Lean principles and tools
• Certification in contract management or a related field

Salary

The salary for this position is not specified.