Procurement Assistant | Hybrid, Growth & Training

Confidential; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organisation in Edinburgh to recruit a Procurement Assistant on a permanent basis. The role supports purchasing, supplier relationships and procurement administration within a hybrid Edinburgh environment.

You will process orders, coordinate with suppliers, assist with tender processes, and maintain records while collaborating closely with finance and the wider team.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or a similar administrative role.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships internally and externally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience using ERP or procurement/finance systems is advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding quotations, pricing, deliveries and general enquiries.
• Monitor supplier performance and assist with contract administration.
• Support procurement activities to ensure value for money and compliance with procedures.
• Maintain procurement records and supplier databases.
• Resolve invoice and purchase order queries with the finance team.
• Track orders and delivery schedules for timely receipt of goods and services.
• Assist with tender and supplier reviews when required.
• Produce procurement reports and provide admin support to the wider team.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Communication

Excel

ERP/Finance systems experience

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organisation in Edinburgh to recruit a Procurement Assistant on a permanent basis. The role supports purchasing, supplier relationships and procurement administration within a hybrid Edinburgh environment.

You will process orders, coordinate with suppliers, assist with tender processes, and maintain records while collaborating closely with finance and the wider team.