Buyer

Ashtead Technology; Turriff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading subsea equipment rental firm is seeking a confident Buyer in Turriff. You will manage procurement activities, ensuring timely purchasing of goods and services. The role involves collaboration with internal stakeholders to deliver optimal value. Ideal candidates will have experience in purchasing or supply chain, strong negotiation skills, and ideally a CIPS Level 4 qualification. This temporary position lasts for about 10 months and offers a dynamic, collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Dynamic and collaborative team environment

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchasing or supply chain environment.
• Experience in a project-driven, technical environment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic fittings and components is desirable.
• Knowledge of mechanical or electrical components is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and transactions accurately.
• Source quotations and negotiate pricing with suppliers.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineering teams.
• Maintain procurement records and compliance with standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

CIPS Level 4 qualification or working towards it

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Ashtead Technology are looking for a confident, commercially minded Buyer to join our team at Turriff.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day procurement activities, ensuring goods and services are purchased in a timely manner to meet operational & project requirements.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and approved suppliers to deliver best value in terms of cost, quality, and delivery, while maintaining full compliance with company procedures and governance frameworks.

This is a temporary position for approximately 10 months.

Day to day you’ll be involved in:

• Managing purchase orders & transactions - raising, processing, and accurately recording purchase orders in line with delegated authority, ERP protocols, and procurement procedures.
• Supplier & cost management - sourcing competitive quotations, negotiating pricing, and contributing to cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining positive supplier relationships.
• Delivery & order fulfilment - ensuring timely delivery of materials and services, expediting open orders, and resolving delays or discrepancies to support ongoing projects.
• Cross-functional collaboration - working closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align procurement with technical and project requirements.
• Compliance & documentation – maintaining procurement records, ensuring supplier compliance with QA and HSEQ standards, and operating within procurement policy and authority limits.

What experience you’ll bring:

• Previous experience in a purchasing or supply chain environment.
• Experience working in a project-driven, technical environment.
• Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities and strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of hydraulic fittings and components - desirable but not essential.
• Experience using NetSuite - desirable but not essential.
• CIPS Level 4 qualification or actively working towards it – desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of mechanical or electrical components - desirable but not essential.

Who we are:

Established in 1985, Ashtead Technology is a leading provider of subsea equipment rental solutions, advanced underwater technologies, and support services to the global offshore energy sector. With over 40 years of experience, we specialise in enabling customers to understand the subsea environment and manage offshore energy production infrastructure, including offshore wind farms and oil and gas platforms. Our offering spans the entire lifecycle of these infrastructures, with over 85% of our equipment fungible across both markets.

Headquartered in the UK, Ashtead Technology operates globally with over 600 staff and more than 30,000 assets, making us one of the largest independent rental fleets in the industry. We continue to invest in equipment and have a strong in‑house engineering capability to provide the most technologically advanced solutions. Our growth, driven by strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, culminated in a successful IPO in 2021, with shares now trading on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.

What we can offer:

• A dynamic & collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued, and your ideas welcomed.
• A positive and inclusive company culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, and mutual respect among team members.