Commercial Assistant (Fixed Term) in Scunthorpe, Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
Company Information
VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.
As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 70 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.
Job Summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Assistant (Fixed term – 12months) to join the commercial team at our Plant department.
This role will involve:
- Operate and maintain spread sheets, allocating plant to contracts.
- Produce utilisation reports showing plant on hire to contracts on a weekly basis.
- Produce a monthly application for payment of plant hired to contracts.
- Identify and action all losses and damages and charge to contract.
- Maintain supplier accounts to ensure that all invoices are checked, goods receipted and paid/ queries raised and issues resolved when necessary.
- Receive enquiries for quotations and respond in a timely manner in accordance with contract specific information.
- Produce reports showing what cross hired/owned plant is being utilised on relevant contracts.
- Monitor cash flow on allocated contracts.
- Assist in the completion of month end processes as required.
- Attend Client meetings as required.
- Perform any other reasonable duties as required by management.
Job Requirements
You will be self-motivated with a pro-active approach and have experience of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. Problem solving, communication and good interpersonal skills are a key requirement for this role.
The candidate will also ideally have the following experience/skill set:
- Previous experience in a similar role is a requirement.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Plant Hire system experience is desirable.
- Proficient in MS office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Good organisational skills.
VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits that includes pension, performance related pay, and other benefits commensurate to your skills and experience.
Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.
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