Assistant Contract Manager (waste And Recycling)

Royal Mail Group; London; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Assistant Contract Manager to support waste and recycling initiatives. This permanent role involves data management and analysis, focusing on enhancing waste reduction strategies across a diverse property portfolio. As the subject matter expert, you will engage with stakeholders and lead site audits, ensuring effective communication and collaboration with third-party providers. Join a forward-thinking team committed to sustainability and operational excellence, where your contributions will directly impact the company's environmental goals. If you are passionate about data and sustainability, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Flexible Working Hours

Travel Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience handling detailed data in a corporate environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive data analysis and reporting.
• Perform regular UK-wide site audits to drive improvements.

Skills

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Excel

Power BI

Presentation Skills

Education

Numerate Degree

NVQ Level 5

Tools

Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job reference number: 323840

Assistant Contract Manager (Waste and Recycling)

Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum (dependent on experience), with a potential 6% bonus and 22.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Permanent role

Location: Remote, nationwide with UK travel required.

About the Role

Royal Mail’s extensive property portfolio includes approximately 1,750 sites, ranging from local delivery offices to rail hubs and automated parcel superhubs. The role involves supporting data management and analysis within the commercial function, focusing on waste and recycling contracts to promote reduction, reuse, and recycling of waste.

Accountabilities

1. Conduct comprehensive data analysis and reporting across the Royal Mail Group.
2. Monitor trends and improve data systems for the Commercial and Contract Management Team.
3. Enhance the presentation of waste data for better decision-making.
4. Collaborate with providers to analyze data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
5. Perform regular UK-wide site audits to drive improvements and educate staff.
6. Become the subject matter expert on waste data and support waste reduction targets.
7. Engage with stakeholders and build relationships with third-party providers.
8. Participate in group discussions to support company-wide strategies.

Location & Travel

This is a UK-based remote role, requiring 4-5 site audits per month across the UK. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively are essential.

Candidate Requirements

• A Numerate Degree or relevant NVQ level 5 qualification or higher (Essential).
• Experience handling detailed data in a corporate environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with Power BI, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with analytical software for data mining and reporting.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Desirable: Sector-specific knowledge in waste and recycling management.
• Experience in contract management, preferably in FM/waste sectors.
• Ability to identify improvements and implement changes.
• Experience working with third parties to manage data supply.

Application Deadline

Sunday, 11th May. Note: The advert may close early if sufficient applications are received.

About Royal Mail Property & Facilities Solutions

We manage one of Europe's largest property portfolios, supporting Royal Mail’s delivery operations across the UK. We are committed to high standards, diversity, inclusion, and supporting our employees.