Procurement Policy and Improvements Team Lead
12 month FTC (Maternity Cover)
1 day a week onsite – open to mostly remote
Full Time
£49,000 – £53,000
Morgan Hunt are delighted to partner with a public sector organisation in the South West of Scotland as they look to welcome a 12 month FTC maternity cover to the team.
Main Responsibilities:
- Delivered compliant end-to-end procurement processes across multiple public sector categories, ensuring adherence to the Procurement Act 2023 and PSR Regulations 2023.
- Managed the reintegration of contracts from City College and Peterborough Ltd into the Council procurement framework.
- Supported preparation activities for Local Government Reform (LGR), contributing to strategic transformation and governance alignment.
- Led and managed procurements and contracts valued up to £500k, achieving value for money, cost savings, and process improvements.
- Developed category expertise and supported implementation of category strategies aligned with organisational priorities, risk management, and service delivery goals.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic and tactical procurement projects.
- Provided procurement guidance, governance support, and stakeholder training while maintaining strong analytical, IT, and presentation skills.
Skills and Experience:
- CIPS / is working towards CIPS
- Strong knowledge of public sector governance, procurement legislation, and strategic planning, with experience supporting compliant procurement and contract management activities.
- Proven ability to lead procurement projects, develop category and contract strategies, manage supplier relationships, and deliver value-driven outcomes within complex public sector environments.
- Effective communicator and relationship builder with strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, presentation, organisational, and change management skills, adaptable to fast-paced and evolving environments.
Please apply if interested or contact Emma Ritchie on 07488885327 or at emma.ritchie@morganhunt.com
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