Senior Public Procurement Lead - Hybrid (Edinburgh/Glasgow)

Harvey Nash Plc; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 74,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Nash Plc is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist for a 6-month hybrid contract based in Edinburgh/Glasgow. The role involves leading procurement strategies for high-value, high-risk procurements while ensuring compliance with public regulations and driving savings and SME opportunities.

The ideal candidate has experience in end-to-end procurement cycles, PCS familiarity, and strong stakeholder management with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• This is a specialist role requiring evidence of commitment to continuous professional development, including external professional accreditation such as CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma or WCC Advanced Practitioner Certification.
• Experience of Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) is highly sought.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, influencing and stakeholder management with relationships at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to draw insights and make recommendations.
• Ability to articulate procurement and commercial issues clearly to various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, planning and implementation of procurement strategies for high-value, high-risk procurements to optimise value for money.
• Ensure compliance with public procurement regulations and contribute to government agenda including SMEs, equality and sustainability.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Sourcing strategy

Contract management

Analytical thinking

Education

CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma / WCC Advanced Practitioner Certification or equivalent

Job description

Harvey Nash Plc is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist for a 6-month hybrid contract based in Edinburgh/Glasgow. The role involves leading procurement strategies for high-value, high-risk procurements while ensuring compliance with public regulations and driving savings and SME opportunities.

The ideal candidate has experience in end-to-end procurement cycles, PCS familiarity, and strong stakeholder management with excellent analytical and communication skills.