Procurement and Contracts Manager - Scotland

Procurement and Contract Management Specialist

Duration: 3 months initially
Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow (Hybrid working model)
IR35: Inside IR35
Rate: £365 per day

We are recruiting on behalf of one of our key public sector clients for an experienced Procurement and Contract Management Specialist. This is a short-term but highly impactful role, focused on delivering improvements in procurement and contract management, streamlining processes, and building in-house capability. You will play a critical part in driving positive change and engaging stakeholders across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current procurement state - Conduct a thorough review of existing procurement and contract management processes to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Define the future approach - Develop streamlined processes to enhance procurement effectiveness and strengthen contract oversight.
• Implement audit recommendations - Lead targeted improvements to address internal audit findings and agreed management actions, including updating protocols and reviewing the Procurement Handbook.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer - Share expertise to upskill internal teams and embed sustainable change.
• Communicate transformation narrative - Create and deliver a clear, compelling message to engage stakeholders and secure alignment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience in procurement and contract management, ideally within the public sector or a regulated environment.
• Proven track record of delivering process improvements and embedding change within tight timeframes.
• Strong understanding of compliance, risk management, and document retention.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with experience influencing at all levels.
• Ability to interpret and update policies, procedures, and guidance documents.