Buyer - @One Alliance

JN Bentley; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering is seeking a Category Buyer to join their dynamic team. This entry-level role focuses on procurement, requiring strong analytical skills and effective communication to enhance supply chain operations. The position offers opportunities for growth and innovation within the UK water infrastructure sector.

Qualifications

• Interest or experience in Procurement or Buying.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, thriving in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Managing material codes and catalog data for accuracy and efficiency.
• Generating purchase orders and contract numbers aligned with procurement strategies.
• Coordinating with stakeholders to meet SLAs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaboration

Job description

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Mott MacDonald Bentley is recruiting a Category Buyer to join the Anglian Water @One Alliance. As part of Anglian Water’s @one Alliance, we are committed to creating a sustainable and resilient water future. With an ambitious £2.3 billion investment in AMP8, we are transforming infrastructure, sustainability, and digital technology to protect the environment and support communities.

As a Category Buyer, you will be central to our supply chain operations—ensuring procurement of the right goods and services at the right time, cost, and quality. You will work closely with internal teams and external suppliers, impacting our delivery and innovation success.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing material codes and catalog data for accuracy and efficiency
• Generating purchase orders and contract numbers aligned with procurement strategies
• Coordinating with stakeholders to meet SLAs
• Tracking and resolving aged debt for timely supplier payments
• Partnering with Expeditors on delivery timelines and supplier performance
• Improving procurement processes through innovation and data insights
• Building collaborative relationships across the business and supply chain

Candidate Skills and Experience:

• Interest or experience in Procurement or Buying
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication skills, thriving in fast-paced environments
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage time efficiently
• Collaborative mindset focused on process improvement and stakeholder success

This role offers growth, innovation, and impact opportunities within a dynamic team shaping UK water infrastructure. We value expertise and ideas that drive change.

JN Bentley Benefits details are available in the attached booklet.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industry: Civil Engineering