Contracts Technician

Severn Trent Water; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company is seeking a Supply Chain Contract Technician to manage supplier relationships and optimize operational costs. This role involves maintaining a supplier database and processing applications. Ideal for candidates in procurement with a positive attitude and a willingness to achieve qualifications. The position offers flexibility in working hours and numerous employee benefits including holidays, bonuses, and training opportunities. Located in Coventry.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Family-friendly policies

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave opportunities

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Two paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Ideally working within procurement or supply chain.
• Ability to demonstrate good business acumen.
• Full UK driving license required for occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Support the Supplier Contracts Lead for Supply Chain Management.
• Maintain a supplier contracts database with 400 suppliers.
• Ensure timely processing of new supplier applications.
• Process and approve supplier payment applications.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Business acumen

Commercial awareness

Positive attitude

Caring nature

Education

Working towards CIPS or equivalent qualification

Job description

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

LET’S TELL YOU MORE

The Supply Chain Contract Technician role sits within Severn Trent Services, the commercial arm of the FTSE 100 company Severn Trent Plc. Severn Trent Services are a national company, providing UK businesses with tried and tested water services that reduce water and wastewater costs, improve efficiency and manage risk and compliance.

As a Supply Chain Contract Technician, you will play a key role in the day to day management of Severn Trent Services’ 400 Supply Chain Contractors and support in reducing operational and business costs.

The supply chain is business critical and supports operations across the whole of the UK. Suppliers deliver goods, works and services for operational, maintenance, engineering and support activities so this is a hugely important role.

Key elements of the role include:

• Support the Supplier Contracts Lead who is the primary contact point for Supply Chain Management in STS, for the whole of the UK.
• Maintain a supplier contracts database with 400 individual suppliers
• Ensure timely processing, checking and approval of new supplier applications
• Process and approve supplier payment applications for key framework contracts

You’ll be based at our Severn Trent Centre at office in Coventry. You’ll work within our dedicated team of 4 servicing the whole Severn Trent Services business. With this being such a critical role, we’re looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week, working Monday to Friday.

HOW WE WORK

WFH flexibility available: You'll join a caring culture that collaborates to achieve, grow, and develop. Our employee engagement scores are among the highest globally in energy and utilities. That’s why, we value in-person moments to keep our culture alive but also understand the flexibility working from home can bring. So, you'll usually find us in the office, but working from home is supported, when you need it.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

To be successful in this role you will ideally already be working within a procurement or supply chain function, along with the ability to demonstrate good business acumen and commercial awareness.

The ideal candidate will either be working towards, or willing to work towards their CIPS or other equivalent professional qualification. (Severn Trent Services are able to cover the financial cost of the qualification)

There may be occasional travel and so a full UK driving license will be required.

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to 15% of base salary, which is subject to eligibility)
• Family-friendly policies (including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Two paid volunteering days per year

LET’S GO

We can’t wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We’ll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.