Buyer - @One Alliance

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Category Buyer to join the Anglian Water @One Alliance. This role is crucial for ensuring goods and services are procured efficiently, impacting delivery and innovation goals. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for process improvement.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest or experience in Procurement or Buying.
• Strong analytical and data skills.
• Confident communicator in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage material codes and catalogue data for accuracy.
• Generate purchase orders and contract numbers.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to meet service level agreements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Process improvement

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley are recruiting for a Category Buyer to join the Anglian Water @One Alliance.

As part of Anglian Water's @one Alliance, we are on a mission to create a sustainable and resilient future for water. With an ambitious £2.3 billion capital investment in AMP8, we are revolutionising infrastructure, sustainability, and digital transformation to protect the environment and support growing communities

As a Category Buyer, you'll be at the heart of our supply chain operations-ensuring the right goods and services are procured at the right time, for the right price, and to the highest standards. Working closely with both internal teams and external suppliers, your work will directly impact the success of our delivery and innovation goals.

What will you be doing as our new Category Buyer?

• Manage material codes and catalogue data to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Generate purchase orders and contract numbers in line with procurement strategy
• Coordinate closely with stakeholders to meet strict service level agreements (SLAs)
• Track and resolve aged debt to ensure timely supplier payments
• Partner with Expeditors to manage delivery timelines and supplier performance
• Continuously improve procurement processes through innovation and data insight
• Build collaborative relationships across the business and supply chain

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours:

• A genuine interest or experience in Procurement or Buying
• Strong analytical and data skills with great attention to detail
• Confident communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Able to prioritise, multitask, and manage time effectively
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for process improvement and stakeholder success

Whether you're at the start of your procurement journey or ready to take the next step, this role offers you the platform to grow, innovate and deliver impact.

At @one Alliance, you'll be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of the UK's water infrastructure. We offer a collaborative and innovative working environment, where your expertise will be valued and your ideas will drive meaningful change.

JN Bentley Benefits can be found on the booklet attached.