Senior Infrastructure Procurement Lead (Hybrid)

Anglian Water Services; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water service provider is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead key projects in the multi-billion-pound Reservoirs Programme. In this role, you will align procurement activities with strategic goals, manage supplier relationships, and deliver complex procurement projects. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with proven experience, a minimum of CIPS level 5, or a degree in a relevant field. This position offers a competitive salary of circa £55k and promotes a flexible hybrid work model.

Benefits

Private health care

Double-matched pension

Life assurance at 8 times salary

Flexible benefits for well-being

26 days annual leave

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering procurement strategies.
• Strong working knowledge of Procurement Act 23 or UCR2016.
• Experience in procurement for major construction or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Align procurement activities with the reservoir programme's strategy.
• Take ownership of procurement projects for timely delivery.
• Lead supplier selection and commercial negotiations.
• Monitor contract performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Complex project management

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Education

CIPS Professional certification (level 5)

Bachelor's degree in procurement or related field

Job description

A leading water service provider is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead key projects in the multi-billion-pound Reservoirs Programme. In this role, you will align procurement activities with strategic goals, manage supplier relationships, and deliver complex procurement projects. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with proven experience, a minimum of CIPS level 5, or a degree in a relevant field. This position offers a competitive salary of circa £55k and promotes a flexible hybrid work model.