Team Leader Procurement

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Team Leader Procurement (18/816)

Dumfries

£54,699 - £58,923

 

 

“This role sits at the heart of our Council’s Procurement Team, which has recently delivered an ambitious and transformative programme which modernised how we procure goods, services and works and prioritises continuous improvement within our new business arrangements. Our focus is on ensuring full compliance with procurement regulations, delivering meaningful cashable savings, and achieving sustainable, long‑term outcomes for our communities.

 

As Procurement Team Leader, you will play a key role in supporting the Procurement and Commissioning Manager to further strengthen and enhance procurement activity across the Council. You will lead a programme of continuous improvement and provide day‑to‑day management, guidance and support to the wider procurement team and delegated procurers across the organisation.

 

You will deliver a client‑focused, professional service - offering strategic direction and expert advice on community wealth‑building initiatives, advancing the Council’s community benefits model, and improving data analysis and procurement reporting. A key part of the role will be ensuring strong compliance with Procurement Standing Orders and wider procurement policies across all areas of Council spend.

 

The post holder will play a key role in ensuring corporate procurement policy and strategy are maintained and acting as the first point of escalation for complex queries and issues.

 

We are looking for someone who can identify opportunities, deliver targeted savings, and consistently add value for the Council.”

 

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing.  Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more.  Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact Karen Scott by email:  Karen.scott2@dumgal.gov.uk