Procurement Apprenticeship

Anglian Water Services Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream platform

Health & wellbeing package

Private healthcare

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension up to 21%

Job summary

Anglian Water is advertising a two-year Procurement Level 4 Apprenticeship based at Thorpe Wood House, Peterborough, with hybrid working and some regional travel. Salary is £24,558 per year, start September 2027. Training toward Level 4 with CIPS, guided by mentors and a training provider.

You will learn supplier selection, tender support, spend analysis and value delivery while contributing to water and communities projects.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including Maths and English
• Analytical thinking, problem solving, and good communication skills
• Organised, flexible, and able to manage time effectively

Responsibilities

• Explore markets and suppliers and understand how they meet needs.
• Support tenders and commercial decisions and compare supplier proposals.
• Work with operational teams to translate requirements into procurement plans and actions.
• Build supplier relationships and track contract performance to maintain service levels.
• Use data and digital tools to analyse spending and improve value.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English

Level 3 in Procurement and Supply or 2 years experience

Tools

Procurement systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Procurement Level 4 Apprenticeship

Salary: £24,558. Start date: September 2027. Location: Thorpe Wood House, Peterborough. Please note this role may take you to some locations across the region, so some flexibility is essential. Your base location will be Thorpe Wood House and we offer a flexible hybrid working approach, with the opportunity to work from home up to 1-2 days per week where business needs allow.

Help shape the future of water, the environment and the communities we serve With a current investment plan worth over £11 billion, we're building for better - for you, for the communities we serve, for our environment. As part of this we are looking for candidates to join Anglian Water's Degree Apprentice Programme and tackle some of the biggest environmental and infrastructure challenges facing the region. From climate resilience and major engineering projects to digital innovation and customer experience, you'll develop the skills, experience and support needed to become one of our future leaders or specialists.

Program Details

During this two year apprenticeship, you will work towards Full Procurement and Supply Chain Practitioner Level 4 Standard Procurement and Supply Chain Practitioner Level 4 with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). You will be supported by your manager, workplace mentor, Early Careers Partner and training provider throughout your apprenticeship. The work of procurement and supply chain professionals includes the process of procurement, or buying goods and services; however, these roles can be much broader than just procurement. The Procurement and Supply Chain Practitioner Level 4 will enable you to use your breadth and depth of experience to position themselves as a fully effective commercially skilled professional.

Training provider or university: To be confirmed. Study pattern: To be confirmed. Programme length: Two years. Qualification: Full Procurement and Supply Chain Practitioner Level 4 Standard Procurement and Supply Chain Practitioner Level 4 with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS).

What you’ll be doing

Ever wondered how we choose the suppliers, equipment and services that keep water flowing? Working within Commercial Procurement, you’ll discover that buying is about much more than price. It’s about understanding what our business needs, finding the right suppliers and making decisions that deliver value for our customers, protect the environment and keep vital services running. You’ll learn alongside experienced colleagues and contribute to real procurement projects. From equipment used at our treatment works to construction, vehicles and digital technology, you could help source the goods and services that support Anglian Water’s day-to-day operations and future investment.

What you could be involved with

• Exploring markets and finding suppliers: researching products, services and new ideas, helping us understand what suppliers can offer and how they could meet our needs.
• Supporting tenders and commercial decisions: helping prepare requests for quotes and tenders, compare supplier proposals and support negotiations that balance cost, quality, safety and sustainability.
• Working with people across the business: getting to know what operational, engineering and support teams need, and helping turn those requirements into clear plans for buying goods and services.
• Building supplier relationships: supporting supplier meetings, tracking actions and reviewing how contracts are performing to help keep services reliable and resolve issues.
• Making responsible buying choices: helping explore opportunities to reduce carbon and waste, source ethically and create benefits for local communities through our supply chain.
• Using data and digital tools: analysing spending, identifying opportunities to improve value and using procurement systems to make buying simpler and more effective.

You won’t be expected to know it all from day one. With support, you’ll build your confidence, develop your commercial judgement and take on more responsibility as your skills grow. It’s an opportunity to put your curiosity and problem‑solving skills to work, see the impact of your contribution and build a career in procurement and supply chain.

What you will bring

We are looking for people who are curious, ambitious and ready to learn. Individuals who enjoy solving problems, working collaboratively and bringing different perspectives to the challenges we face. Most importantly, we’re looking for apprentices who want to help shape the future of water while developing a successful and rewarding career of their own. For this role you will need: Require 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English Hold a level 3 in Procurement and Supply or have at least 2 years industry experience High level of self‑motivation and willingness to learn. Analytical thinking, problem‑solving, and good communication skills. Organised, flexible, and able to manage time effectively.

Benefits of joining Anglian Water

Starting your career brings exciting opportunities and new responsibilities. That's why we provide access to Stream, a financial wellbeing platform designed to help you make the most of your money. From workplace savings and budgeting tools to financial education, rewards and cashback offers, you'll have access to practical support that helps you build strong financial habits from day one. Alongside this we offer a competitive salary, you'll receive a comprehensive health and wellbeing package, private healthcare, 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and a double‑matched pension scheme with up to 21% total contribution. We also offer an excellent family leave package, including enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave, helping you balance your career with the moments that matter most.

Closing date

15th November 2026

Right to Work in the UK

To be considered for this role, you must already have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve in both our workforce and our supply chain partners to help us to understand and meet the needs of our customers. We are passionate and dedicated to the learning and development of our people, making sure they have the right skills and knowledge to be successful and to help achieve their potential. We want to give everyone equal access to our recruitment process. If you have a disability or long‑term condition, including neurodiversity and mental health conditions, we’ll support you throughout your application, and make any adjustments to make sure your disability or long‑term condition is not a barrier to recruitment.

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