Procurement Consultant

Procurement ConsultantScottishPower HQ, Glasgow(hybrid)Salary up to 50,000 + up to 10% bonus and private health cover Permanent, full-time position Closing date: Wednesday 28th of October 2026 Help us create a better future, quickerOur procurement function is an integral part of our corporate functions which enables our business to sustainably and ethically procure the goods and services we need to provide clean energy to our customers. We know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team. What you’ll be doingDrive competitive advantage and cost reductions through effective procurement of goods, works, and servicesLead tendering activity, negotiate contracts, and resolve commercial issuesCollaborate with the wider business to ensure timely availability of essential goods and servicesDevelop contracting strategies and negotiate one‑off contracts or framework agreements aligned to business needsManage pre and post-contract commercial activities to ensure best value and compliance with Iberdrola Group Procurement processesEnsure that ScottishPower’s requirements are sourced from suitable, ethical, and sustainable suppliers, using contractual arrangements that allocate risk appropriatelyProvide advice on sourcing and purchasing to stakeholders, promoting consistent practices across the supply chainWork with colleagues to ensure that the commercial risks associated within the procurement process are identified and understood and reflected in the appropriate technical and commercial documentationResponsible for the commercial and contractual aspects of individual contracts, with support from subject experts where required, ensuring alignment with the Business Plan and associated timescalesManage an annual portfolio of multiple contracts and high‑value accountsWhat you’ll bringGood understanding of best practice procurement principles, practices and processes including both tactical and strategic procurement principles Experience of the full tendering processExperience negotiating with commercial acumen, and you enjoy leading full or part of the contract negotiations in conclusion of contracts and hold yourself to strong performance standards with a focus on delivery, balancing conflicting requirements of quality cost and time; making decisions in tight timescales flexibly to respond to changing needsTeam player, ideally with some experience of working in a multi-functional project team  Ability to mitigate risks whilst tapping into your knowledge of contract law.Good communicator both written and verbal, with strong numeracy skills Well versed with different technologies, including but not limited to MS Excel Minimum Criteria Educated to degree level in relevant discipline or equivalent experience​Experience within a related industry (e.g., construction, energy, engineering) Good understanding of Procurement best practices Experience in end-to-end tender process Confident using MS Excel for tender analysis  Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills Ability to manage a high-volume workload effectively in a fastpaced environment  What’s in it for you As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that -  so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include: 36 days annual leave Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme Payroll giving and charity matched funding  Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments Life Assurance (4x salary) Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more Why ScottishPowerScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over 6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation. Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in. ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to   MobilityPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.IMPORTANT Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date belowOctober- SummaryLocation: United Kingdom, GlasgowType: