Procurement Specialist

Office Angels; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector is seeking a Procurement Specialist to ensure the timely availability of materials and optimize costs for projects. The role involves managing relationships with suppliers, overseeing procurement processes, and collaborating with engineering teams. This is a full-time temporary position with a possibility of becoming permanent, offering a vibrant work environment and the chance to grow in your career.

Benefits

Discount vouchers for high street brands

Eye care vouchers for VDU use

Weekly pay

Pension scheme with employer contributions

28 days paid annual leave

Access to assistance programmes for advice

Qualifications

• Proven experience in buying/planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with global customers.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement lifecycle from RFQs to updating stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Support stock control processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Strategic planning

Supplier account management

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAGE

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Procurement Specialist - Technology Sector
Location: Bathgate

Full-Time

Temporary (with view to go permanent)

Salary dependant on experience

Are you a proactive procurement professional with a passion for technology and operational excellence? Join our client's dynamic team and play a key role in ensuring the seamless flow of components and materials that power our innovative solutions.

What You'll Do

As a Procurement Specialist, you'll be at the heart of our clients supply chain operations-ensuring timely availability of materials, managing inventory levels, and optimising costs to support both customer orders and internal projects.

️ Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and customers; onboard new partners to expand their network.


• Manage the full procurement lifecycle-from issuing RFQs and sourcing to updating stakeholders.


• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure product quality and compliance.


• Create and manage part numbers and Bills of Materials (BOMs) in SAGE; interpret technical drawings with confidence.


• Support and improve stock control processes, including goods-in and goods-out operations.

What You Bring

• Proven experience in buying/planning within a manufacturing or factory environment.


• Strong supplier account management skills and experience working with global customers.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAGE and ERP systems is highly desirable.


• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

Our client is a forward-thinking technology company where innovation meets execution. You'll work with a collaborative team, contribute to exciting projects, and have opportunities to grow your career in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

The Benefits of Being Part of our Fabulous Extended Team of over 40 Candidates

Working as a temp is an ideal way of exploring different job roles and industries. It's also gives you control of your own work/life balance. Here are just some of the benefits you can expect when you become part of the Office Angels team:

• Employed directly with Office Angels, meaning we're always on hand to ensure you're being well looked after


• Access to discount vouchers with many high street brands


• Eye care vouchers and money towards glasses should you require them for VDU purposes


• We can search for permanent work whilst you're in assignments and offer expert interview support and advice


• Weekly pay


• Pension scheme option (with employer contributions)


• 28 days paid annual leave (Based on a weekly accrual)


• Access to our assistance programme that provides free, confidential and independent advice on a range of issues including grief, stress and legal issues


• Should you wish to pursue a different career path, we have several sister businesses which cover almost every sector and specialism

Ready to make an impact?
Apply now and help shape the future of technology through smart, strategic procurement.

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