Senior Procurement Lead: Strategic Sourcing & Compliance

Navantia UK

Scotland

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Company pension

31 days holiday

Life assurance

Job summary

Navantia UK is seeking a Lead Procurement Officer to prioritise activities and manage a team of Buyers/Procurement Officers, ensuring best value, regulatory compliance, and alignment with organisational objectives. You will lead procurement projects and tender exercises, advise stakeholders, drive strategic sourcing, monitor supplier performance, and promote ethical, sustainable procurement practices.

You will also mentor junior staff and contribute to governance improvements across the

Qualifications

Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or contract management.
Proven ability to lead procurement projects and tender processes.
Knowledge of procurement regulations and governance.
Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage procurement projects and tender exercises from initiation through to contract award.
Provide procurement advice to managers and stakeholders across the organisation.
Support development and implementation of procurement strategies aligning with organisational goals.
Organise training and mentorship for junior procurement team members.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive process improvements.
Prepare procurement reports and performance metrics for senior leadership.