Head of Procurement

Anglian Water Services; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water sector is seeking a strategic Head of Procurement for a pivotal role in a multi-billion-pound infrastructure program. The candidate will oversee all procurement activities, lead a high-performing team, and influence key stakeholders while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements, as well as opportunities for professional growth and sustainability impact.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Car allowance

Personal private health care

Annual bonus scheme

30 days leave + Bank Holidays

Life cover at 8x salary

Flexible benefits for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leading procurement for major infrastructure projects.
• Deep knowledge of procurement legislation, like the Procurement Act 2023.
• Experience in utilities or regulated sectors like water.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of procurement strategy across workstreams.
• Manage a team of 15–20 procurement professionals.
• Ensure compliance with procurement legislation and sustainability goals.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Leadership

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Influencing senior stakeholders

Project management

Education

Professional procurement qualification

Job description

Competitive salary depending on skills and experience

Full time/37 hours per week/permanent

Location: Peterborough - Hybrid Working 2-3 days in office weekly with at least 1 day presence required in London hub office.

Anglian Water offers a flexible approach, this role provides you with hybrid working. Your base location will be in our Peterborough office with the expectation of being in the office 1-3 days a week .

Lead procurement for one of the UK’s most ambitious water infrastructure programmes

We’re not just building reservoirs— we’re securing the future of water for millions. Join a purpose-driven organisation committed to sustainability, innovation, and delivering long-term value for customers and communities.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Procurement to join the leadership team of the Strategic Resource Option (SRO) Programme —a multi-billion-pound initiative to deliver two nationally significant raw water reservoirs in the East of England.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the procurement and supply chain strategy for one of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects in the UK water sector.

As Head of Procurement , you will:

• Lead the development and execution of the procurement and supply chain strategy across all workstreams—from design and planning to construction and investment

• Manage a team of 15–20 procurement professionals, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture

• Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals

• Engage with senior stakeholders, regulators, and supply chain partners to drive value, innovation, and market confidence

• Align procurement activities with the programme’s commercial strategy and delivery milestones

What does it take to be successful?

• We’re looking for someone with a strategic mindset and visionary

• Extensive experience leading procurement and supply chain teams in major infrastructure or capital delivery programmes

• Deep knowledge of procurement legislation ( eg Procurement Act 2023) and best practices

• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver strategic outcomes.

• A professional procurement qualification and experience in regulated sectors (e.g., utilities, water, infrastructure)

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and strategic planning skills

As a valued employee you will be entitled to:

• Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%

• Car allowance

• Personal private health care

• Annual bonus scheme

• 30 days leave + Bank Holidays, with the option to swap Christmas and Easter holidays for those celebrated by your religion

• Life Cover at 8x your salary

• Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle

Why apply?

Step into a high-impact leadership role where you’ll shape the entire procurement strategy for a multi-billion-pound reservoir programme that safeguards water security for millions. You’ll :

• Own the agenda – set and drive procurement strategy across design, planning, construction and investment on one of the UK water sector’s biggest, most complex schemes.

• Lead and inspire – head up a 15–20-strong, high-performing team and influence senior stakeholders, regulators and supply-chain partners.

• Deliver real purpose – join an organisation committed to sustainability and long-term value for customers and local communities.

• Operate at the cutting edge – work with the latest procurement legislation (Procurement Act 2023), embed innovative sourcing models and champion ESG best practice.

• Build your legacy – gain board-level exposure, shape national infrastructure and leave a lasting mark on the UK’s water future.

If you’re a strategic procurement leader looking to combine scale, purpose and professional growth, this is the opportunity to make it happen.

Closing date: 29 th June 2025

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