Energy Procurement Manager

Lead High‑Impact Energy Procurement and Deliver Outstanding Value for AF Members

We’re looking for an experienced Energy Procurement Manager to join our Utilities team and play a pivotal role in delivering best‑value procurement and exceptional service across the AF Energy portfolios. If you thrive in a fast‑moving environment and want to make a meaningful impact for our Members, this could be your next step.

As Energy Procurement Manager, you’ll work closely with the Head of Data Analytics & Utilities Strategy to shape procurement strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and drive growth across our energy product areas. You’ll lead a team of five, ensuring a seamless member journey from procurement through to supply management, bill validation, and query resolution.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑moving environment, enjoys building strong relationships, and brings both analytical and commercial strength.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Energy team to deliver an excellent end‑to‑end Member experience.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing and high‑quality service.
• Identify new business opportunities to grow member commitment and volume.
• Contribute to business planning, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Monitor energy markets, pricing trends, and regulatory changes.
• Develop new and existing product areas and identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Ensure accurate implementation of processes, procedures, and reporting.
• Communicate procurement strategies clearly to internal teams and members.
• Collaborate with other Procurement Managers to identify cross‑selling opportunities.
• Support wider business needs during peak periods and attend industry events as required

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness.

Proven experience in the energy sector and/or energy procurement.

Skilled in data analysis with the ability to interpret complex information.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Line management experience with a coaching leadership style.

Experience managing budgets.

Confident presenting to internal and external stakeholders.

Competent using digital platforms, including Microsoft Office.

Desirable

CIPS qualification.

Customer service training or qualification.

Understanding of the agricultural industry.

Familiarity with Ofgem rules and regulations.

Who you are

We’re looking for someone who

• Champions our Core Values.
• Is driven, enthusiastic, and resilient.
• Takes ownership and pride in team performance.
• Builds strong relationships and works collaboratively.
• Approaches challenges with a positive, solutions‑focused mindset.
• Is proactive, organised, and methodical
• Is friendly, approachable, and team‑oriented

Our Values – The 6 Cs - Being better, together

• Care – We treat others with kindness, care about the impact of our work, and support each other when it matters most.
• Collaborate – We work together openly and honestly to achieve shared goals.
• Communicate – We communicate clearly, respectfully and in a way that builds trust.
• Curious – We always ask ‘why’ and seek to understand more.
• Creative – We look for better ways, not just the usual ways.
• Challenge – We’re not afraid to ask difficult questions if it helps us improve.

Benefits

Why work with us?

We believe in recognising the great work our people do and creating an environment where everyone can thrive, including offering:

Salary: Competitive + £6,500 car allowance per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week Monday to Friday

Additional Benefits

8% employer pension contribution (salary sacrifice)

26 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays. This rises with each years’ service by an additional day, up to 7 extra days

Have your birthday off as an extra days holiday, if it falls on your working day

Free lunch daily from our onsite Café

AF Membership (giving discounts at hundreds of retailers and suppliers)

Life assurance (2 x salary)

Private Health Insurance (couple cover)

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Salary Sacrifice car scheme

Hybrid working (1 day working from home per week)

Free onsite parking