Head of Procurement & Commercial Strategy

SSEN Transmission; Perth; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car / car allowance

Performance bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

SSEN Transmission seeks a Head of Procurement and Commercial to lead procurement strategy for onshore development and delivery projects. You will partner with the business to implement procurement strategies, lead negotiations, and foster a high-performing team across multiple sites.

The role emphasises stakeholder engagement, compliance, and value creation through leadership and innovation. Based in Scotland with flexible working options and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Experience leading capital projects across lifecycle.
• Strong procurement strategy and supplier management knowledge.
• Proven ability to negotiate high-value contracts with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the Procurement & Commercial Team.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver procurement solutions across development and delivery.
• Shape and execute strategies to drive supplier relationships and cost efficiency.
• Provide strategic reporting and board-level insights.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiations

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Job description

SSEN Transmission seeks a Head of Procurement and Commercial to lead procurement strategy for onshore development and delivery projects. You will partner with the business to implement procurement strategies, lead negotiations, and foster a high-performing team across multiple sites.

The role emphasises stakeholder engagement, compliance, and value creation through leadership and innovation. Based in Scotland with flexible working options and a competitive package.