Junior Purchasing Officer Glasgow - Clydebank

Northern Marine; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime services company located in Glasgow is looking for a Junior Purchasing Officer. This role involves supporting purchasing functions, managing orders, and liaising with various departments. Ideal candidates will hold relevant national qualifications, have strong data management skills, and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Broad understanding of purchasing processes.
• Ability to identify support needs in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative tasks and data entry.
• Liaise with departments on supply issues.
• Execute regular purchasing duties efficiently.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers.
• Understand ESG management in the supply chain.

Skills

Data entry

Order management

Supplier negotiation

Inventory management

Education

National Qualifications or equivalent

Job description

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Junior Purchasing Officer Glasgow - Clydebank, Glasgow

Client: Northern Marine

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 49ef8c2a99ad

Job Views: 28

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

The Junior Purchasing Officer supports the Operational and Strategic Purchasing functions by assisting with administrative tasks, data entry, and record keeping. The role provides purchasing support to a reduced allocation of vessels. It requires a broad understanding of purchasing processes and the ability to identify support needs in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Data entry, order management, and expedition of orders and RFQs in Aurora and Agresso systems.
• Liaising with other departments and stakeholders on supply issues.
• Assisting the Purchasing Group daily.
• Maintaining Aurora purchasing system.
• Managing local stock.
• Executing regular purchasing duties and administrative processes efficiently.
• Providing quality goods and services to a global fleet of vessels.
• Sourcing, selecting, and negotiating with suppliers for the best purchase terms.
• Providing feedback on vendor performance.
• Performing additional relevant tasks as needed.
• Implementing and managing third-party logistics.
• Understanding ESG management in the supply chain.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Candidate Requirements

• Holding National Qualifications or equivalent.