Procurement and Supply Chain Manager

Costain is working closely with Severn Trent Water on their Capital Delivery Framework, as part of its c£2 billion capital programme for AMP7. As part of the Design and Build Framework lot, Costain brings together its design, construction, and consultancy expertise to undertake renewal and refurbishment projects and will assist Severn Trent in its target to make continuous improvements to its safety performance, whilst ensuring continuity of supply and consequently lowering costs of its customers.

The Procurement and Supply Chain Management function is responsible for the interface with those third-party organisations who support our business whether that be for procurement of goods and services or the relationship management that underpins any such activities.

The role of the Procurement and Supply Chain Manager is to contribute to the development and deployment of the Framework strategy for Procurement and Supply Chain Management. Leading the Framework supply chain and procurement team, and working closely with the project leads, Framework Commercial Director and other members of the wider Supply Chain management team, you will be responsible for ensuring that the Framework Procurement and Supply Chain strategy is deployed into the Framework.

Costain operates across the UK and the successful candidate will represent Severn Trent Water in a variety of forums developing best practice in Demand Planning, Category Management and Supplier Relationship Management.

The role will also interface with the central procurement team ensuring compliance with Costain governance

This is a hybrid role with regular travel to Client site offices as required

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a career enhancing project where you will be a welcomed member of the wider team. Costain are looking for skilled people who'll help us shape, create and deliver pioneering solutions that transform the performance of the infrastructure ecosystem across the UK. Together we are creating connected sustainable infrastructure to help people and the planet thrive., Our goal is to have a workforce that is representative of society and the communities in which we work. As an inclusive, family friendly employer we believe that everyone matters, and we are committed to ensuring that everyone has the same opportunities to be able to reach their full potential.

· CIPS qualified (preferable to level 5 minimum)

· Previous experience working in a similar level role

· A strong leader with excellent communication skills and ability to interact at all levels

· Clear and visible enthusiasm for driving improvement in best practice

· Capable of engaging with a wide-ranging stakeholder group

· Extensive knowledge of procurement and supply chain management

· Experience of collaborative working and implementing innovation

· Experience of water industry working (preferred but not essential)

· Positive and proactive attitude, We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need for dynamic working. Such as, working part-time, remote working, or compressed hours. In return, we will explore what is possible., For some of our roles, you may be required to obtain and maintain security clearance of at least Security Check level (or SC clearance). To satisfy the requirements, you will need to have been a legal UK resident for a minimum of 5 years and have successfully complete all stages of the vetting process.

At Costain, we help to improve people's lives by creating connected, sustainable infrastructure that enables people and the planet to thrive.

We work together to shape, create, and deliver pioneering solutions that transform the performance of the UK's infrastructure ecosystem across energy, water, transportation and defence markets. Through our collaboration with customers, partners, communities, and wider industry we will deliver an infrastructure fit for a better future.

This position has a competitive salary dependent on skills and experience, in addition to a fantastic benefits package including pension contribution matched up to 10%.

We have a vibrant, challenging and growing business, with project environments that provide tremendous opportunities for everybody. We know that by being a more diverse company we will be more innovative, have a greater understanding of our clients' needs and will deliver smarter, more inclusive solutions for them.