Procurement/Buyer Assistant

Construction & Property Recruitment; Inverness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in Inverness is seeking a Procurement/Buyer Assistant to enhance their procurement function. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing materials, managing purchase orders, and supporting supplier relationships. Essential qualities include strong knowledge in supply chain activities, excellent communication skills, and substantial purchasing experience, preferably within the construction industry. This position offers the chance to be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering efficient and compliant procurement services.

Qualifications

• Experience in a purchasing environment, preferably in construction.
• Strong ethics and ability to influence stakeholders.
• Good understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Source and request quotations for materials and tools.
• Maintain accurate purchase order records.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor databases.
• Monitor deliveries and support invoice reconciliation.
• Assist with tender documentation and supplier onboarding.

Skills

Supply chain knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Commercial awareness

IT literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are working with an established and well-respected civil engineering contractor in Inverness. They are looking for a Procurement/Buyer Assistant to join their team and support the delivery of an efficient, cost-effective, and compliant procurement service. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a busy procurement function, work closely with internal teams, and help ensure that all sourced goods and services meet company, legislative, and client standards.

About the Role

• Sourcing and requesting quotations for materials, consumables, tools, and equipment.
• Maintaining accurate purchase order records and ensuring all documentation is processed correctly.
• Managing and updating supplier and subcontractor databases.
• Monitoring deliveries, following up with suppliers, and supporting invoice reconciliation.
• Assisting with tender documentation, supplier onboarding, and contract files.
• Conducting supplier research, gathering product information, and helping prepare procurement reports.
• Comply with company H&S, environmental, and quality management systems.
• Providing general administrative support across the procurement function.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Strong knowledge of supply chain or purchasing activity.
• Substantial experience in a purchasing environment (construction industry experience preferred).
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong ethics, integrity, and the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Strong commercial awareness and financial understanding.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work on your own initiative.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well as part of a team.
• General IT literacy, including intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
• Understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 standards.