Senior Procurement Officer

Senior Procurement Officer

40,000 - 43,500

Edinburgh

Hybrid working

Morgan Hunt are delighted to support a public sector organisation in Edinburgh as they look to welcome a new Senior Procurement Officer to their team.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a range of procurement activities from planning and sourcing through to contract award and supplier management.
• Provide professional procurement guidance to colleagues, supporting the development of requirements, specifications, performance measures, and sustainable procurement approaches.
• Identify and utilise the most appropriate procurement routes and frameworks to achieve value for money and organisational objectives.
• Manage tender processes, including preparing documentation, coordinating evaluations, and supporting contract negotiations.
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver high-quality goods, services, and works.
• Conduct market research and supplier assessments to identify opportunities, encourage competition, and improve procurement outcomes.
• Ensure procurement activities are carried out in line with relevant legislation, policies, and governance requirements, while managing associated risks.
• Maintain accurate records, produce procurement reports, and support audit and assurance activities as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the development of procurement knowledge and best practice across the organisation.

Main Responsibilities:

• Must have public sector procurement experience
• Have a strong understanding of framework agreements
• Varied category background would be beneficial but not essential

Closing Date: Tuesday 16th June at 10am

Please apply if interested or contact Emma Ritchie on 07488885327 or at

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and permanent recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.