Contracts & Procurement Officer

Global Highland is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and respected organisation for a Contracts & Procurement Officer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional Property Services team where you'll play a key role in ensuring contractors deliver exceptional standards while supporting the procurement of essential goods and services. Offering a hybrid working arrangement, this position provides the flexibility of both office and remote working, alongside the opportunity to contribute to services that have a lasting positive impact on local communities.

The Role As Contracts & Procurement Officer, you'll support the effective management of external contractors, ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with agreed performance standards. Working closely with colleagues, you'll help maintain a consistent approach to contract management, monitor contractor performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide guidance on contractor-related issues where required. You'll also coordinate procurement activity across the Property Services department, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and legislation.

This includes managing procurement exercises through Public Contracts Scotland, supporting continuous improvement of procurement documentation, and contributing to future procurement planning. The role also includes participation in an out-of-hours cover rota, providing support outside normal working hours when required. This commitment is expected to be approximately three times per year and will be planned in advance wherever possible. About You We're looking for someone who is collaborative, organised and committed to delivering high standards.

Ideally, you'll have:
Experience in a contracts management or procurement role within a public sector or property-related environment, such as housing, facilities management, construction, engineering, property management or health and safety. A sound understanding of public procurement processes and legislation, including experience using Public Contracts Scotland for tenders over £50,000. Experience managing contractors or subcontractors, including monitoring performance against key performance indicators. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and experience producing formal specifications and documentation.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. A proactive, team-focused approach with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where your expertise in contracts and procurement will directly support the delivery of high-quality services across the Highlands, we'd love to hear from you.