Procurement Officer

About the role

Crown Estate Scotland is seeking a Procurement Officer to join its Edinburgh team on a permanent, full‑time basis. You will work closely with contract managers, procurement staff and internal stakeholders to ensure statutory compliance and support the organisation’s procurement strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the Hunter Contract Register and coordinate contract renewals, producing activity reports.
• Manage pipeline requests, assist the Head of Procurement with pipeline creation and upkeep.
• Gather data for statutory reporting, conduct spend analysis and support category strategy development.
• Provide procurement advice, ensure compliance with the Delegated Authority Policy and Corporate Procurement Strategy.
• Undertake low‑value tenders, manage ITT processes, evaluate submissions and oversee contract award procedures.
• Support the Annual Valuation process and coordinate meetings between valuers and subject‑matter experts.
• Issue insurance certificates, process purchase orders and follow up on invoices.

Required profile

• Experience in public‑sector procurement or a similar regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of statutory procurement requirements and reporting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with contract managers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Required skills

• Proficiency with PCS (Public Contracts Scotland) system.
• Experience using PCS‑T and the Spikes Cavell data observatory.

What we offer

• Starting salary of £32,829 rising to £37,238, with annual cost‑of‑living adjustments.
• 25 days annual leave (increasing to 30 after four years) plus public holidays.
• Flexible working arrangements and a discretionary flexi‑time scheme.
• Participation in the Civil Service pension scheme and access to continuous learning and development opportunities.