Closing Date
2026-11-09
Job Title: Procurement Systems Support Specialist
Location: Durrington/Hybrid
Contract Type: FTC - 12 months
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: Circa £31,500 based on skills and experience
Southern Water is on an exciting journey towards a greener future, focusing on tackling climate change and reducing our environmental impact. We are looking for a Procurement Systems Support Specialist to join our Procurement Excellence & Sustainability team, ensuring seamless procurement operations across the organisation.
What You’ll Be Doing
✔ Procurement Operations – Create, update, and manage purchase orders across all spending categories.
✔ System Management – Maintain the procurement contract database and ensure seamless system enablement of contracts.
✔ First-Line Support – Provide process and system guidance to outsourced procurement teams and internal stakeholders.
✔ Stakeholder Engagement – Support colleagues across the business with procurement requests, offering guidance and constructive challenge where necessary.
✔ Process & Compliance – Ensure procurement operations align with governance policies, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.
✔ Supplier Transactions – Support suppliers in receiving and processing purchase orders smoothly.
✔ Continuous Improvement – Proactively review and enhance procurement processes and systems to optimise efficiency.
What We’re Looking For
- Procurement Knowledge – Experience with procurement processes (including P2P) and transactional procurement activities.
- Communication & Stakeholder Management – Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Problem-Solving & Adaptability – A proactive mindset with excellent analytical and organisational skills.
- Commercial Awareness – Understanding of procurement in a regulated environment and ability to assess compliance.
Why Join Southern Water?
- Hybrid Working – Enjoy a mix of office-based and remote working.
- Career Development – Opportunities for further training, including CIPS qualifications, and career progression within Procurement.
- Impactful Work – Play a key role in ensuring efficient procurement operations in a company committed to sustainability.
If you’re a detail-oriented, proactive professional with a passion for procurement and systems support, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Now and Be Part of a Sustainable Future!
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Procurement Systems Support Specialist in Worthing employer: SouthernWaterServices
Southern Water is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can lead transformative water and wastewater projects that make a real difference in communities. With a strong commitment to employee growth, a collaborative culture, and a focus on sustainability, you'll find ample opportunities to develop your skills while contributing to a vital mission. Located in the vibrant areas of Falmer and Durrington, our flexible hybrid working model ensures a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals looking to drive change in the water industry.
