Lead Commercial Analyst

About the role

A recruitment opportunity has arisen for a Lead Commercial Analyst within the Governance and Performance Management team on a 12-month Fixed Term arrangement.

This role will develop the approach for future use of advanced technology within Scotland Excel’s procurement function, supporting the performance management workstream by advising how current data, systems and processes could be transformed to support our members.

The post holder will develop business cases for improving data management and analysis activity and make recommendations on the use of additional digital tools.

The role requires a highly numerate individual with advanced data analysis skills. The successful candidate will have knowledge of how best to optimise large datasets and experience of implementing new tools and software applications to increase efficiency.

The successful candidate will be required to represent Scotland Excel by supporting team members on strategic groups and external forums and to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

As well as a competitive salary, you will have access to all the benefits of working for a public sector organisation including hybrid working, for example 9-day fortnight, a defined benefits pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, flexible working and a range of other initiatives which reflect our commitment to creating a positive work-life balance for all our employees.

This Fixed Term post may also be available as a secondment opportunity for existing local government/public sector employees, subject to the agreement of your employer.

What we can offer you

Scotland Excel is committed to creating a positive work-life balance for all our employees.

As well as a competitive salary, you will have access to all the benefits of working for a public sector organisation including a defined benefits pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and a range of other initiatives. 

Scotland Excel operates a hybrid working system. Staff are required to attend the office one day per week and can work remotely the rest of the time. We also offer flexible work patterns including a 9 day fortnight. 

Full details of what makes Scotland Excel an employer of choice in public procurement and the benefits of working with us can be found on our What We Offer page.

This temporary post may also be available as a secondment opportunity for existing local government/public sector employees, subject to the agreement of your employer.

How to apply

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, whether it is public or private sector.

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and guarantee an interview to those candidates who meet the essential requirements for the position. If you have a disability, please make us aware of it in your covering letter.

In order to be considered for this post we ask that you submit

• a CV (max.3 pages)
• a cover letter in which you should describe how your work experience to date and personal qualities would make you an excellent fit for this position.

Submissions without a cover letter or received after the closing date, may not be considered.



All applicants will be asked to provide proof of their right to work in the UK, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon verifying documentary evidence before employment commences.

Further information can be found at the UK Gov website.