Senior Procurement Manager

MacTaggart Scott; Loanhead; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the defence industry is looking for a Senior Procurement Manager in Loanhead, Scotland. This role involves leading the procurement and supply chain function, ensuring compliance and driving strategic sourcing activities. The ideal candidate will have a proven management level experience in procurement, strong leadership skills, and be a proactive leader. This position offers flexible working options and a comprehensive wellbeing programme.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous leave entitlements

Comprehensive wellbeing programme

Onsite canteen

Company pension plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience at management level in procurement or supply chain leadership.
• Strong technical competence for supplier discussions and design reviews.
• Effective supplier relationship and performance management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach procurement team members.
• Ensure timely and budget-compliant project delivery.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Relevant Degree or Masters in business, procurement, or related field

CIPS Level 5 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint)

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Loanhead, Edinburgh
Flexible Working Options: 4- or 5-day week

Join Our Management Team: Senior Procurement Manager

We’re seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to join Mactaggart Scott and support and deputise for the Head of Procurement & Supply Chain. You’ll lead our procurement and supply chain function across Central Category, Pre-Contract Support, and Project Delivery, driving strategic sourcing, efficiency, and transformation.

This is a chance to shape a resilient, high-performing supply chain, support business growth, and ensure compliance with regulatory, technical, and quality standards. If you’re a proactive leader ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

About Us:

MacTaggart Scott primarily supports the Naval Defence industry, providing complete solutions from initial customer requirements, to design, manufacture, commissioning, and through-life support. Established in 1898, we are proud of our history and tradition but believe that sustainable competitive advantage comes from continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence at every level of the company.

What is the job about?

The Senior Procurement Manager will support and deputise for the HoP&SC, delivering departmental transformation and managing day-to-day procurement and supply chain activities. This includes:

• Leading and coaching the team, including line management of three workstream leads.
• Ensuring procurement and supply chain projects are delivered on time and to budget.
• Building an efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chain that supports business objectives.
• Driving continual improvement initiatives and supplier performance management programmes.
• Providing expert procurement guidance across the full procurement lifecycle, including complex and high-risk assemblies.>
• Supporting the development of Trainee and Graduate Procurement Officers.

Success will be measured through:

• Efficient operation of the three procurement workstreams.
• Achievement of strategic sourcing objectives and risk mitigation.
• Development of strategic supplier relationships and improved ESG outcomes through sourcing plans.
• Delivery of continual improvement and supplier performance management programmes.
• Effective leadership, mentoring, and professional development of the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Balance, manage, and distribute workloads across all workstreams while planning resource needs.
• Maintain accurate procurement data and ensure compliance with ERP systems, ISO9001, and AQAP 2110.
• Lead supplier due diligence, onboarding, audits, and compliance processes.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships and manage contracts to ensure continuous improvement.
• Support operational procurement activities including bid support, order book management, and supplier negotiations.
• Present procurement metrics and status reports at organisational meetings.
• Represent the function professionally at internal and external meetings and events.
• Support Health & Safety, ESG, and financial compliance across all procurement activities.

About you:

The successful candidate will be a self-starter with excellent leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. You will have experience managing a high-performing procurement team, delivering change successfully, and supporting business transformation.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience at management level in procurement or supply chain leadership.

• Strong technical competence to support complex supplier discussions and design reviews.
• Effective supplier relationship and performance management skills.
• Category management and contract negotiation expertise.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence key stakeholders.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Defence-related procurement experience.
• Knowledge of relevant quality, certification, and inspection standards.
• Experience in supplier audits and compliance.
• Project management, Lean/Six Sigma, or leadership qualifications.
• Relevant Degree or Masters in business, procurement, or related field.
• CIPS Level 5 or equivalent.
• Desirable: Full MCIPS membership, Project Management or Leadership qualifications.

Your Future at MacTaggart Scott and What we offer:

• Flexible working options with a 4- or 5-day week.

• Core hours 09:30 – 15:30, flexible working between 07:00 – 19:00.
• Generous leave entitlements, including annual leave, paid parental leave, and military reservist leave.
• Supportive environment for career growth, with access to dedicated Learning and Development resources.
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme, Employee Assistance Programme, onsite nurse, and flu vaccinations.
• Onsite canteen, free parking, and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Company pension plan, life insurance, and employee discounts.