Senior Procurement Specialist

East Lothian  ‐ Onsite
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Description

Harvey Nash's client in Edinburgh requires a Senior Procurement Specialist to join their team on an initial 3 month contract starting in January.

A specialist is required to work with the existing team, developing plans and implementing procurement strategies, looking at the full end-to-end procurement process. This will involve stakeholder analysis, commodity profiling, EU procurement process, strategy development, supplier relationship management and contract award.

You will look at market research, engage with stakeholders and assess market information to develop best value for money strategy. You will also be required to provide advice on procurement, commercial and contract matters, as well as EU, policy and procedures.

Essential Skills:

. Previous experience delivering complex procurement projects
. Extensive knowledge of the full end to end procurement process, including strategic procurement, sourcing and tendering and supplier management/negotiation
. Strong leadership abilities, skilled in operating within complex stakeholder environments with procurement credibility
. Skilled in compilation, negotiation and ongoing management of contracts
. Experience of IT procurement transformation projects
. Previous experience leading change and continuous improvement
. Membership of a relevant professional body would be highly desirable (ie MCIPS)

The ideal candidate will also have experience working within procurement in the Scottish Public Sector, with an understanding of the challenges and complexities involved.

Please apply using the link below or contact Fiona Main at Harvey Nash. CV deadline is Friday 23/12/16 at 10am. Basic Disclosure Scotland essential.

Start date
ASAP
Duration
3 months
From
Harvey Nash Plc
Published at
22.12.2016
Project ID:
1259268
Contract type
Freelance
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