Procurement & Buyer Assistant for Civil Projects

Contract Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A civils construction business in Inverness is seeking a Procurement / Buyer Assistant to support its purchasing team with sourcing materials and managing supplier information. In this role, you'll handle day-to-day procurement operations, including gathering quotes, processing purchase orders, and coordinating deliveries. The ideal candidate should have experience in purchasing or supply chain, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to tasks. This position offers a full-time, office-based role in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain.
• Confident with Microsoft Office and IT systems.
• Able to manage multiple tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Gather quotes and update supplier records.
• Process purchase orders and track deliveries.
• Assist with invoice checks and resolve issues.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Microsoft Office proficiency

Relationship-building

Organised

Proactive approach

Education

Purchasing or supply chain qualification (e.g., CIPS)

Job description

A civils construction business in Inverness is seeking a Procurement / Buyer Assistant to support its purchasing team with sourcing materials and managing supplier information. In this role, you'll handle day-to-day procurement operations, including gathering quotes, processing purchase orders, and coordinating deliveries. The ideal candidate should have experience in purchasing or supply chain, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to tasks. This position offers a full-time, office-based role in a dynamic environment.