Procurement Skills & Workforce Development Zone

Focus

Developing capability, confidence and collaboration.

Overview

The Procurement Skills and Workforce Development Zone will provide practical insights and expert guidance to support the professional development of procurement practitioners, build stronger supply chain partnerships, and respond to the changing demands of the procurement landscape.

From understanding the implications of the Procurement Act for Scotland to exploring best practice in tendering, framework utilisation and consortium bidding, this zone is designed to equip attendees with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive.

Key Learning Areas

  • Practical guidance on market engagement and how to foster effective buyer-supplier collaboration.

  • Making the most of public sector frameworks and dynamic purchasing systems (DPS).

  • Tendering best practices that support inclusive, transparent and competitive processes.

Benefits of Attending

  • Gain up-to-date knowledge of evolving procurement legislation and its practical implications.

  • Network with procurement professionals, training bodies, and suppliers committed to workforce development.

  • Equip yourself with the skills and insights to drive forward high-performing procurement strategies in your organisation.

Procurement Skills & Workforce Development Zone Agenda

10:40 - 11:05
Crossing Borders, Creating Value: Navigating Procurement Between Scotland and the Rest of the UK
Speakers
Sharon Croome

Procurement Consultant

PASS Procurement

11:40 - 12:05
AI and Data Upskilling for Public Procurement Professionals
Speakers
Michelle Scott

Training & Development Executive

The Data Lab - Innovation Centre

12:10 - 12:35
What has the Procurement Act meant for Scotland so far?
Speakers
Sharon Croome

Procurement Consultant

PASS Procurement

13:40 - 14:05
The New Police Scotland Procurement Strategy and Team Structure
Speakers
Iain McKie

Head of Strategic Procurement

Police Scotland

14:10 - 14:35
Delivering Effective Market Engagement for Buyers & Suppliers
Speakers
Sharon Croome

Procurement Consultant

PASS Procurement

14:40 - 15:05
Procurement as a Career: Bringing Through the Next Generation