Senior Procurement Specialist (Flexible Procurement Services) 2 Year Fixed Term Contract Location: Paisley, Renfrewshire / Hybrid Grade: 10 Scotland Excel was established as the
Centre of Procurement Expertise
for the local government sector in 2008. We are a leading non-profit organisation servicing Scotland’s
32 local authority and over 175 associate members
from across the public and third sector. We pride ourselves in being a
Centre of Procurement Excellence
and this is a great opportunity to join our
award-winning
organisation. Scotland Excel continues to grow at pace and, due to an internal promotion, we are looking for two Senior Procurement Specialists to join our Flexible Procurement team. As we continue to build this team, we are offering two
fixed-term contracts for two years. Over five successful years, the Flexible Procurement Services team has achieved 135 awarded contracts, representing a total contract value of £39m. Applicants should be aware of the unique working environment within the Flexible Procurement Services team. While the core business of Scotland Excel is collaborative at the national level for the 32 Scottish local authorities (councils) and our member organisations, this team works on behalf of our member organisations delivering local contracts for use by individual public bodies. As such, this is a client-facing position with a focus on customer relations and client satisfaction. The job description for this role is generic but the key tasks for this particular post are as listed below. In this role you will: effectively manage and deliver a
wide-ranging portfolio of contracts
including high value/high risk, regulated and non-regulated manage the
tender process
for goods, works and service contracts drive commercial excellence through the
implementation of well-defined sourcing strategies liaise with and
coordinate relevant feedback
from key stakeholders in the procurement process identify/assemble and lead
User Intelligence Groups
for designated contracts to develop and implement innovative procurement strategies throughout the contract life cycle to ensure the delivery of efficiency, effectiveness and value to our members implement
procurement strategies
that deliver key targets and goals ensure compliance
with standing orders, statutory provisions, EU directives, other relevant legislation and Scotland Excel policies, procedures and processes assess key stakeholder needs in order to
manage/develop contract solutions
which ensure effective service delivery manage all stages of relevant procurement processes in order to
deliver a high quality procurement service support
sustainable procurement policy
and practice in the delivery of contracts to our member organisations lead User Intelligence Groups to develop and
implement innovative procurement strategies, ensuring that key objectives and critical success factors are achieved deliver contract recommendations through the
development of consistent and robust assessments, and in accordance with agreed procurement principles conduct negotiations
with suppliers in accordance with relevant policies and procedures, ensuring that the business is represented in an effective and professional manner make recommendations on the
award of contracts
in accordance with relevant contract authorisation procedure and arrange subsequent contract placement and mobilisation in conjunction with appropriate legal advice successfully
implement and manage contracts
through a cycle of continuous improvement that meets customer requirements monitor
developments in new procurement practices and techniques, including e-technologies ensure that your own work activities
comply with Scotland Excel’s commitment to health and safety regulations be involved in the
implementation of Scotland Excel’s HR policy, procedures and practices be responsible for the
coordination, instruction, advising and guidance of team members We are looking for: a
natural leader
to work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver solutions strong
organisational planning, systems processing and data analysis skills an enthusiastic team member to coordinate and deliver
project planning activity, related to tendering for contracts as well as developing and embedding best practice business processes and systems across the team a colleague dedicated to getting real satisfaction from
supporting the delivery of essential public services
and bringing social, economic and environmental benefits to our communities someone with
Category C
experience in procurement More about Scotland Excel Scotland Excel provides a wide range of
procurement, commissioning, consultancy, and learning and development services
for our 175 members which is growing on a monthly basis. We are also an effective driver for local and national economic growth and wellbeing. Our
£2bn portfolio of collaborative contracts
supports the delivery of savings, social value, community benefits, fair work practices and environmental policy, and covers a wide range of public services including construction, roads, transport, environment, corporate and education. What we can offer you As well as a competitive salary, you will have: ·access to a defined benefits pension with Strathclyde Pension Fund. Current combined contribution of employee and employer varies depending on earnings but can be between 24-32% ·generous holiday allowance of 33 days including public holidays. This increases on a sliding scale up to an additional ten days subject to length of service ·flexible working opportunities including hybrid working and a nine-day fortnight ·access to staff discounts through Vivup employee benefit platform ·time off during office closure over Christmas and New Year (included in holiday allowance) ·our commitment to employee engagement including regular corporate and team events as recently recognised by us retaining Gold Investors In People Award ·a wealth of training opportunities including from our own award-winning Academy You can find out what makes Scotland Excel an employer of choice and what benefits we can offer you by visiting our site. Relevant documents Job Description – Senior Procurement Specialist Person Specification – Senior Procurement Specialist How to apply We welcome applications from all backgrounds, whether it is public or private sector. Secondment opportunities may also be available subject to agreement from current employer and Scotland Excel. Applications are also welcome from candidates with disabilities and guarantee an interview to those candidates who meet the essential requirements for the position.If you have a disability, please make us aware so we can make any reasonable adjustments. All applicants will be asked to provide proof of their right to work in the UK, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon verifying documentary evidence before employment commences. Click the “apply now” button and follow the instructions to submit your CV
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