Salary : 37200 - 47600 depending on skills and experience
Location: Flexible across the Anglian Water Region must have ability to travel to Peterborough and Huntingdon
Hybrid Working 2-3 days per week in the office
Contract Type: Full-time Permanent
Personal private health cover
24-hour Virtual GP service for you and your household
Life assurance at 8 times salary
Double-matched pension scheme
Are you ready to lead strategic procurement in a role that directly impacts the delivery of essential water services Anglian Water is seeking a dynamic and experiencedProcurement Leadto shape and manage procurement strategy within our Supply Maintenance Delivery (SMD) route.
Our newly formed Supply Maintenance Delivery Team is building a fresh inspection and delivery framework embedding innovative processes and forging strong partnerships with our partners. Its an exciting time to be part of one of Water Supplys largest capital programmes where safety efficiency and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role
This is a pivotal role where youll ensure our supply chain is robust compliant and efficient ; supporting outcomes for our customers regulators and stakeholders. Youll work closely with leadership supply chain partners and internal teams to deliver procurement excellence across sourcing logistics governance and continuous improvement.
What Youll Be Doing
Develop and lead the procurement strategy for SMD aligning with wider business goals.
Ensure compliance with procurement legislation and contractual obligations.
Drive commercial efficiency through strategic sourcing and supplier performance management.
Collaborate with Supply Chain Management to ensure timely and fit-for-purpose procurement.
Monitor supplier payments and contractual liabilities ensuring timely resolution and reporting.
Embed procurement best practices and mentor colleagues across the SMD community.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives and apply LEAN principles to procurement processes.
Champion health & safety standards and contribute to a zero-accident culture.
What Were Looking For
Essential Qualifications & Experience :
Proven experience in procurement
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Excellent IT skills (M365) and attention to detail
A proactive can-do attitude with a focus on outcomes
Experience in sourcing strategy and water utilities (desirable)
Key Behaviours We Value
Curiosity and continuous learning
Ownership and accountability
Constructive ly challenge and innovati ve mindset
Collaboration and knowledge sharing
As a valued employee youll also be entitled to :
Personal private health care including physiotherapy
24-hour Virtual GP service for you and your household
26 days annual leave rising with length of service
Competitive pension scheme Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%
Bonus scheme
Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle
Life Assurance at 8 times your salary
Personal Accident cover up to 5 times your salary
Paid time off if youre physically ormentally unwell
An excellent Family Leave package to help you support your family including enhanced maternity paternity and shared parental leave policies
Why Join Us
At Anglian Water were passionate about doing the right thing for our customers communities and the environment. Youll be part of a team that values innovation integrity and impact. We offer a supportive culture flexible working and opportunities for growth.
Ready to Make a Difference
Apply now and help us shape the future of water services through strategic procurement.
Closing date: Sunday 14th September
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