Buyer

Allstaff; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A temporary staffing agency is seeking a Subcontract Buyer in Prestwick, Scotland. This role involves leading procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Candidates should have previous buyer experience in the service industry and a strong knowledge of Excel. Salary ranges from £17.15 to £20.79 per hour, based on experience. This is a full-time, temporary position for up to 12 months.

Qualifications

• Previous buyer experience in the service industry is essential.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar fast-paced environment.
• Successful applicant will be subject to Disclosure Scotland check.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities with onsite business units.
• Build partnerships for performance and compliance.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve issues.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and regulations.

Skills

Buyer experience

Strong working knowledge of Excel

Vendor management

Supplier relationship building

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Allstaff Professional Services Division are delighted to bring to the market the role of Subcontract Buyer. This is a temporary week to week contract but likely to be for a 12 month period.

Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire

Responsibilities

• Sourcing Materials and Services: Leading procurement activities with onsite business units and regional satellites.
• Supporting Demands: Providing procurement support to meet increased workload and ensure timely, compliant sourcing.
• Enhancing Supplier Relationships: Building strong partnerships to ensure performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Create and manage Purchase Orders (Production, Non-Production, Returns, Subcontracted, Customer Furnished, Repair Orders).
• Amend and manage PO line items (delivery dates, prices, currencies, etc.).
• Process stock returns to suppliers.
• Manage and maintain open order books.
• Vendor & Requisition Management: Create and edit purchase requisitions; Manage vendor onboarding and amendments (including bank details); Raise new vendor requests and maintain supplier data; Coordinate with vendors for timely deliveries and issue resolution; Daily Shortage Report updates.
• Collaborate with shop team leaders, managers, engineers, and site teams to understand procurement needs.
• Support the development of procurement strategies/plans aligned with business goals.
• Place orders with suppliers and expedite deliveries when required to meet shop timelines.
• Supply Chain Management: Establish and maintain supplier relationships, resolving supply and service issues; Ensure supplier compliance; Address and resolve internal and external supply chain issues, acting as the primary escalation point; Manage costs to mitigate financial risk and minimise business exposure.
• Process Management & Improvement: Ensure adherence to procurement policies, contracts, and regulations; Implement best practices and drive continuous process improvement; Promote sustainable procurement aligned with business values; Maintain and optimise SAP system, ensuring current and accurate data; Support internal and external audits.
• Performance, Reporting & Representation: Daily Provisioning Reports; OTIF (On-Time In Full) Reports; Timex Reports; Open Order Book updates; Inventory Report updates; Buyers Forecast Reports; Support Tier review processes; Represent the department and organisation professionally in all interactions; Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams; Share best practices, innovation and drive continuous improvement.
• Undertake additional duties, training, or working hours as reasonably required, consistent with the level of responsibility of this role.

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous buyer experience in the service industry is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience (36 months) in a similar fast-paced environment.
• Successful applicant will be subject to Disclosure Scotland check.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm
Total: 37 hours per week

Salary

£17.15 – £20.79 per hour depending on experience

Allstaff is operating as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary staff, engaging and paying workers directly and supplying to a client who will supervise the worker in the course of their work. By sending your CV you are consenting to Allstaff processing your personal data for the purposes of providing work finding services, including processing using software solution providers and back-office support.

Job Details

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Contract length: 12 months

Work Location: In person