Your new company You'll be joining a well-established public sector organisation with a strong focus on good governance, sustainability and value for money. The organisation operates within a regulated environment and plays a key role in delivering services that support long-term organisational and community objectives. Your new role As a Senior Procurement Officer, you'll work closely with the Procurement Manager to deliver end to end regulated (and some non regulated) procurement activity across goods, services and works. Key responsibilities will include: Managing full procurement lifecycles, from strategy development and market engagement through to tendering, evaluation and contract award Providing expert procurement advice and support to internal stakeholders, including guidance on routes to market, specifications, KPIs, sustainability and community benefits Leading and supporting the use of national, sectoral and public sector framework agreements and dynamic purchasing systems Preparing and evaluating tender documentation, negotiating terms and conditions, and ensuring robust governance throughout the process Supporting stakeholder engagement to ensure procurement solutions are fit for purpose and aligned to organisational needs Undertaking market analysis and supplier performance reviews Ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations, internal policies and risk management requirements Maintaining accurate procurement records, supporting audits and producing reports where required Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes, systems and policies Supporting procurement capability building and best practice training across the organisation What you'll need to succeed Demonstrable experience in Scottish public sector procurement, including regulated procurement activity Strong knowledge of public procurement processes, framework agreements and contract terms Experience using Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) and related tendering systems Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills The ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail Strong analytical, numeracy and problem-solving skills A proactive, organised approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Word A professional and confidential approach when handling sensitive information A commitment to continuous professional development An interest in sustainability, environmental and climate considerations within procurement What you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive public sector benefits package designed to support wellbeing, work-life balance and long-term career sustainability. Benefits include: Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, considered in line with business needs Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with service, plus public and privilege holidays and the option to purchase additional leave Enhanced family friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave Access to a high quality public sector pension scheme Career break opportunities and paid special leave to support personal and family commitments A wide range of salary sacrifice and payroll deduction schemes, including cycle to work, car leasing and technology schemes Access to confidential wellbeing and employee assistance support services Employee discount schemes covering retail, gyms and lifestyle benefits Interest free travel loans and additional health and wellbeing benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk