Commodity Manager

Location: Within the Southern Water Region (flexible/hybrid)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37

Salary: Up to £54,900 based on skills and experience

About the role:

Due to an internal move within our Managed Service Contractor team, we are currently recruiting for a Commodity Manager focusing on managing the planned work of contract engineers, ensuring that all activities align with organizational goals and compliance standards. You will play a critical role in optimizing supplier allocation and enhancing operational efficiency by overseeing the planning and execution of work managed by contract engineers ensuring that all planned work is completed on time and meets quality standards by coordinating with contract engineers to align project timelines and deliverables.

What you will be responsible for:

• Leading and managing a team of up to 10 FTE’s, providing direction and support to promote collaboration and a high-performance culture within the team.
• Maintaining accurate records of work activities and performance metrics.
• Preparing and presenting regular reports on planned work status and team performance to senior management.
• Managing and overseeing a budget of up to £4M, monitoring expenditure and utilisation of resources within budget, and implementing cost-saving measures where required.
• Overseeing the planning and execution of work managed by contract engineers.
• Ensuring that all planned work is completed on time and meets quality standards.
• Coordinating with contract engineers to align project timelines and deliverables.
• Conducting regular performance evaluations and fostering professional development.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in project management tools and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in managing teams and projects in a technical or engineering environment.
• Familiarity with contract management and compliance requirements.
• Relevant qualifications in engineering, management, or a related field.

Desirable:

• NEBOSH qualification.

Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation.

At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.

If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Additional information:

In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre‑employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.