Procurement Lead

Job Description

Salary: £37,200 - £47,600, 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 experienced Procurement Lead to 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. It’s an exciting time to be part of one of Water Supply’s 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 you’ll ensure our supply chain is robust, compliant, and efficient; supporting outcomes for our customers, regulators, and stakeholders. You’ll work closely with leadership, supply chain partners, and internal teams to deliver procurement excellence across sourcing, logistics, governance, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll 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 We’re 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

• Constructively challenge and innovative mindset

• Collaboration and knowledge sharing

As a valued employee, you’ll 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 you’re physically or mentally 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, we’re passionate about doing the right thing for our customers, communities, and the environment. You’ll 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: Tuesday 9th December