Engineering Project Buyer – Edinburgh (12-Month Contract)

Script and Dot; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Script & Dot in Edinburgh is seeking a Project Buyer for a 12-month, onsite contract. The role focuses on buying, materials coordination and project administration to keep complex engineering projects on track.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, manufacturing and suppliers to manage orders, resolve delivery issues and maintain accurate records. The position is 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with an initial 12-month contract and potential extension.

Qualifications

• Experience in buying, procurement, materials coordination, supply chain or project support within an engineering, manufacturing or technical environment
• Practical experience with purchasing processes, supplier follow-up and delivery coordination
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage several priorities at once
• Clear communication skills and confidence working with suppliers and colleagues across different teams
• Experience using an ERP or procurement system, such as SAP, Oracle or equivalent
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail and a structured approach to maintaining records
• Experience supporting engineering projects, monitoring material costs or working within a regulated industry would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders for project materials, services and subcontracted work
• Monitor supplier commitments, chase urgent deliveries and highlight shortages that could affect project schedules
• Coordinate material availability with engineering, manufacturing, logistics and suppliers, including arranging replacements for defective items
• Track open orders and committed purchasing spend to support project budgets and material planning
• Support project managers with day-to-day coordination, progress updates and reporting
• Maintain accurate procurement records, project documentation and quality evidence within internal systems
• Assist with project start-up, handover and closure activities
• Follow internal purchasing, quality and compliance procedures, supporting audits and reviews when required

Job description

Script & Dot in Edinburgh is seeking a Project Buyer for a 12-month, onsite contract. The role focuses on buying, materials coordination and project administration to keep complex engineering projects on track.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, manufacturing and suppliers to manage orders, resolve delivery issues and maintain accurate records. The position is 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with an initial 12-month contract and potential extension.