About Scotland Excel
Scotland Excel is the Centre of Procurement Excellence for local government in Scotland. Established in 2008, we are a leading public sector shared service and operate as a non‑profit organisation funded by Scotland's 32 local authorities.
Our contract portfolio supports the delivery of essential public services, including social care. We maximise the value of council spending through efficiency and innovation, support national and local policy priorities, promote the local economy, and generate additional social value for Scotland's communities.
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Procurement Specialist to work within Scotland Excel's Social Care procurement team and lead on procurement and contract management activities.
Key Responsibilities
Within the role you will:
* Develop and share contract, performance, and financial intelligence, and produce national and local statistics to inform commissioning and fee negotiations.
* Assess commissioner needs and design and deliver innovative procurement strategies.
* Manage high‑value, high‑risk contracts through the full procurement lifecycle.
* Lead provider engagement and visits, contribute to fee negotiations, and support local authorities with any contract‑related queries.
* Provide guidance and leadership to team members, ensuring effective service delivery and continuous improvement across the sector.
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate will be:
* An experienced procurement or commissioning professional with a background focused on social care.
* Commercially minded with a proven ability to manage complex services from initiation through to contract management and renewal.
* Strong analytical and project management skills.
* Advanced skills in Microsoft Office.
* Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
We are open to candidates whose expertise covers either children or adult social care services.
Benefits
When joining Scotland Excel you will have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including a hybrid and flexible approach to work (which can include a nine‑day fortnight), a defined benefits pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional development.
How to Apply
To apply, please send a tailored CV and a covering letter (max. 2 pages), outlining your relevant experience and motivation for applying by Sunday 31st May.
Diversity and Inclusion
Scotland Excel is committed to diversity and inclusion and is a Disability Confident registered employer who welcomes applications from all backgrounds. If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme please let us know when applying or by email to ScotlandExcel@LHH.com.
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