Supply Chain Analyst- SRO

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Strategic Resource Options (SROs) Team as a Supply Chain Analyst at Thames Water. The team is responsible for developing new infrastructure solutions to address future drought scenarios. The SROs are a key input into the regional Water Resources South East (WRSE) and Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP24) investment programmes.

What you’ll be doing as a Supply Chain Analyst
You will support the development and implementation of supply chain activities across all stages of the procurement lifecycle, working with the team to engage and prepare the industry for upcoming SRO procurements and to position Thames Water as the client of choice, for both suppliers incumbent and those who are new to working in the water sector.

Key Accountabilities:

• Leading the maintenance of all sources of supply chain data and tools, including the monitoring of key indicators, and analysing, interpreting and presenting key data insights.
• Developing supply chain models and maps to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and risks in the marketplace.
• Leading the timely and accurate production of supply chain reporting to update key stakeholder groups.
• Co-ordinating and assisting Supply Chain Managers with a variety of meetings, workshops and collaborative events required to support the delivery of Supply Chain Management in the SRO portfolio.
• Supporting Supply Chain Managers in the production of written reports and presentation documents.
• Attending external-facing engagement events, supporting Supply Chain Managers and representing Thames Water to external parties.

Base location: Hybrid - Camelford House, 89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TP

Working pattern or hours: 36 hours, Mon-Fri

What you should bring to the role

• An in-depth understanding of supply chain analysis and interpretation of results, including market analysis and supplier financial and capacity monitoring.
• Knowledge of the commercial and contract delivery lifecycle, including key activities during market engagement, procurement and delivery.
• Experienced in gathering and analysing information from multiple stakeholders and sources, and the ability to deliver consistently accurate data analysis and insights.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships, with a track record of effective internal and external communication and coordinated supplier engagement.
• Experience using procurement and commercial systems, along with reporting applications to support strategic decision-making.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, including calendar management and the coordination of meetings, workshops, and events.
• Advanced data analysis and reporting skills, ideally using Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint, with the ability to clearly present findings to diverse audiences.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary from £51,900 to £60,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.