Explore and Apply for Senior Buyer jobs in Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Your new company
A newly established, publicly owned energy organisation is at the forefront of driving clean energy deployment, boosting energy independence, and creating jobs across the UK. With a headquarters in Scotland and a capitalisation of £8.3 billion, this company is committed to accelerating the deployment of mature and emerging technologies, supporting local energy projects, and ensuring communities benefit from secure, homegrown energy. The organisation operates in partnership with industry, local authorities, and other public sector bodies, and is backed by the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero.

Your new role
You will play a pivotal part in establishing the organisation’s commercial function, ensuring robust processes and systems are in place from day one. This includes setting up commercial systems, embedding governance, and reporting to senior teams. You will lead all commercial, grant, and procurement activities, providing expert guidance and ensuring excellence throughout the commercial lifecycle. The role involves managing complex contracts and grants, driving value for money, and ensuring compliance with legislative frameworks. You will also manage and develop a team, fostering capability and resilience, and will be required to gain a nationally recognised commercial accreditation within your first year.

What you'll need to succeed

• Expert understanding of end-to-end commercial and grant lifecycle management, with a track record of strategic leadership in complex environments.
• Extensive experience in procurement management, including running multiple procurements and managing public sector procurement regimes.
• Proven ability in contract management for medium and high-value contracts, with strong commercial and legal acumen.
• Skilled in risk and assurance management, able to analyse options and implement innovative solutions.
• Commitment to commercial ethics and the ability to uphold standards in supply chains.
• Strong leadership and team development experience, with the ability to establish new functions and manage change.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, particularly with senior stakeholders and suppliers.
• Desirable: Experience with Public Contract Regulations 2015 and/or Procurement Act 2023.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary (£66,925 - £76,675) plus a generous employer pension contribution (28.97%).
• Flexible working options include full-time, part-time, job share, and hybrid working.
• Minimum of 25 days paid annual leave, increasing with service.
• Extensive learning and professional development opportunities.
• Access to retail, travel, and lifestyle discounts.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment, with a commitment to diversity and disability confidence.

What you need to do now
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