Scotland Excel was established as the Centre of Procurement Expertise for the local government sector in. We are a leading non-profit organisation servicing Scotland’s 32 local authority and over associate members from across the public and third sector. We pride ourselves on being a Centre of Procurement Excellence and this is a great opportunity to join our award-winning organisation.
Scotland Excel is continuing to experience a growing demand for our capability as a centre of procurement expertise for public sector, from local authorities across Scotland and other organisations in the public domain.
About the Role
Due to an internal promotion, we are looking for an Assistant Procurement Specialist to join our Contract Delivery team on a fixed-term contract for 24 months. We’re looking for a flexible team player with strong analytical skills and a commitment to delivering value through public sector procurement. Join our dynamic procurement team supporting local authorities across Scotland.
Interviews will be held during w/c 10 November
Key Responsibilities
1. Source and assess new suppliers for our contract portfolio.
2. Analyse supplier performance data and present findings.
3. Support sustainable procurement practices.
4. Assist in preparing and issuing tender documentation.
5. Maintain accurate contract information across Scotland Excel platforms.
6. Collaborate with Customer Account Managers to monitor contract effectiveness.
7. Contribute to the delivery and benefits of collaborative procurement frameworks.
8. Participate in User Intelligence Groups to ensure value and efficiency.
9. Conduct research and analysis to support procurement activities.
About Scotland Excel
Scotland Excel is an award-winning Centre of Procurement Expertise providing a wide range of procurement, commissioning, consultancy, and learning and development services for our members.
Since, we have helped to establish procurement as 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.
Scotland Excel also develops and manages arrangements which support the commissioning of care services for children and adults. Our national care contracts are developed in partnership with care professionals, including care providers, to support person-centred outcomes embedded within national policy.
We also provide procurement and consultancy services to help our members get the most from their procurement resources, ranging from ad-hoc tendering support through to transformation programmes and strategic procurement partnerships.
The Scotland Excel Academy offers applied learning programmes leading to accredited qualifications in procurement, leadership and management, coaching and mentoring, project management and business analysis, as well as short courses and workshops.
Scotland Excel is a non-profit organisation working with members from across the public sector including local authorities, health and social care partnerships, housing associations, and other public and third sector organisations.
What we can offer you
As well as a competitive salary, you will have:
10. 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%
11. a 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
12. flexible working opportunities including hybrid working and a nine-day fortnight
13. access to staff discounts through Vivup employee benefit platform
14. time off during office closure over Christmas and New Year (included in holiday allowance)
15. our commitment to employee engagement including regular corporate and team events as recently recognised by us retaining Gold Investors In People Award
16. a wealth of training opportunities including from our own award-winning Academy
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 when submitting your application.