Head of Procurement & Commercial

SSEN Transmission; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Online GP

24/7 counselling service

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSE is seeking a Head of Procurement and Commercial to lead a team across Onshore Development and Delivery Projects. The role drives procurement strategies, strengthens stakeholder relationships, and ensures value delivery while aligning with regulatory guidelines.

You will partner with Finance, Legal and Regulation to improve procedures and policies, fostering a culture of integrity, innovation, and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large capital projects through all lifecycle stages.
• Knowledge of financial impact and operational needs for major programmes.
• Expertise in procurement strategy, contract structures and supplier management.
• Ability to adapt to global changes and market disruptions with agility.
• Experience handling claims and safeguarding business objectives.
• Proven track record building long-term supplier partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Empower and inspire leadership within the Procurement and Commercial Team.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver procurement, contracting and supply chain solutions.
• Drive strategic impact by shaping procurement strategies and improving supplier relationships.
• Champion commercial integrity in negotiations and cost estimation.
• Provide strategic guidance through reporting and board-level insights.

Skills

Procurement Leadership

Capital Projects

Stakeholder Engagement

Supplier Relationships

Contract Negotiation

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations : Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen or Inverness.

Salary: £80,700- £121,100 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

SSEN Transmission are looking for a Head of Procurement and Commercial to work on our Onshore Development and Delivery Projects. The Head of Procurement and Commercial will partner with the business to create and execute procurement strategies for a portfolio of projects that align with company values. This role involves leading, guiding, and motivating the Procurement and Commercial Team across the portfolio of projects to ensure successful project delivery and compliance with procedures.

The Head of Procurement and Commercial will build strong relationships with key stakeholders across Transmission, Procurement Operations, and other internal functions including Finance, Legal, Insurance, Project Services and Regulation. The Head of Procurement and Commercial will also work to improve procedures, standards, and policies whilst following regulatory guidelines, focusing on creating value through leadership, customer service, and innovation.

You will

• Empower and Inspire Leadership – Cultivate a supportive, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture within the Procurement and Commercial Team, ensuring alignment with the company's mission and fostering an environment where all team members feel valued.
• Collaborate for Excellence – Work alongside internal teams to deliver outstanding procurement, contracting, and supply chain solutions, ensuring seamless integration with development, construction, and operational strategies.
• Drive Strategic Impact – Shape and execute procurement and commercial strategies that foster business growth, optimise supplier relationships, and improve operational efficiency.
• Champion Commercial Integrity – Lead negotiations for high-value contracts, oversee cost estimations, and ensure adherence to company policies, proactively resolving complex commercial matters with integrity.
• Lead with Insight and Influence – Provide strategic guidance through impactful reporting, quality assurance, and Board-level insights, supporting the Director of Procurement in key initiatives.

You have

• A strong background in leading complex capital projects through every stage of the lifecycle, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with organisational goals.
• A deep understanding of financial impacts, operational requirements, and capital projects to make informed and responsible decisions.
• Expertise in procurement strategy, contract structures, and supplier relationship management, cultivating sustainable and meaningful partnerships.
• A proven ability to be agile, adaptive and resilient in responding to impact of global change and market disruptions.
• Experience in handling claims preparation and resolution while safeguarding business objectives with a commitment to ethical practices.
• A proven ability to build and nurture long-term supplier relationships, using advanced development techniques to enhance collaboration and performance.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.

Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.

Our Procurement & Commercial teams help us get the best service and value from partners, while ensuring suppliers meet compliance, contractual and business obligations.

Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life

• Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships.
• Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service.
• Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme.
• As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.