Procurement and Contract Management Roles

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utilities sector is recruiting multiple procurement professionals for positions from Assistant Buyers to Senior Category Managers at their Coventry office. The roles focus on strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract delivery, offering a structured development pathway, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits including a leading pension scheme and employee engagement initiatives.

Benefits

Annual leave starting from 25 days

Annual bonus scheme based on performance

Double contribution pension scheme

Sharesave scheme

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two paid volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and contract management required.
• CIPS training support provided.
• Roles for various experience levels from Assistant to Senior Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and sustainable supply chain initiatives.
• Support procurement activities and reduce costs.
• Deliver contracts successfully and advise stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Research

Contract Delivery

Performance Tracking

Education

CIPS Qualification

Job description

Location: Coventry

Company: Severn Trent Water Limited

Department: Procurement

Salary (£): Competitive

Procurement and Contract Management- Register your interest

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to be in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us to make 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.

WE’RE RECRUITING PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONALS

We’re hiring across a range of permanent and contract procurement roles—from Assistant Buyers and Contract Specialists to Category Managers, Senior Category Managers, and Senior Commercial Managers. Roles are based at our Head Office in Coventry, with opportunities to make a real impact across our business.

WHY PROCUREMENT AT SEVERN TRENT?

Procurement is at the heart of how we deliver value, sustainability, and innovation. Whether it’s sourcing critical infrastructure, driving ESG goals, or supporting local suppliers, our team plays a strategic role in shaping the future of our business. You’ll work on high-impact projects, influence key decisions, and help us build a resilient, responsible supply chain.

Our Head of Procurement says:

“There’s never been a more exciting time to join Severn Trent. We’re in a period of significant growth and investment, which means more opportunities, more innovation, and more impact. Procurement is central to this journey—and we’re looking for passionate professionals to help us shape the future.”

We’re also committed to your development—whether it’s CIPS training or learning through our in-house Academy. That’s why we offer support for CIPS qualifications, and a structured development pathway tailored to your career goals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step, we’ll help you get there.

TYPES OF ROLES

Here’s a snapshot of the roles we’re hiring for:

• Senior Category Manager / Category Manager/Senior Buyer
  Lead strategic sourcing and regulated (PA23) tenders, drive sustainable supply chains, shape category strategies with stakeholders, and mentor junior team members.
• Assistant Buyer
  Support Category Managers with procurement activities, lead supplier research and selection, and reduce off-contract spend through compliance and cost-saving initiatives.
• Contract Manager/Contract Specialist
  Ensure successful contract delivery through expert knowledge, advise stakeholders on scope and mechanisms, and enhance supplier performance and cost control.
• Contract Analyst
  Track contract performance using KPIs and financial data and identify opportunities for efficiency and added value.

HOW WE WORK

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.

OUR BENEFITS

• Annual leave entitlement starting from 25 days + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days)
• Annual bonus scheme- (based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we’ll double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave scheme – buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development through our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail discounts
• Family-friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

LET’S GO

We’d love you to register your interest—whether you’re looking for a role now or in the near future.

Please include a short covering letter as part of your application, highlighting your key skills, experience and which role(s) you are interested in.

Once you’ve submitted your application and CV, one of our recruiters will be in touch for a conversation.