Purchasing Assistant - Lean Ops & ERP (Contract)

MarkJames Search; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in Kintore is hiring a Purchasing Assistant for a 6-month contract, with the potential for permanent placement. The ideal candidate will support purchasing activities, monitor supplier performance, and analyze invoices in a fast-paced environment. Proficient IT skills and knowledge of Lean methodologies are required for success in this role. This is a full-time, office-based position with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of a manufacturing or planning environment.
• Experience in a relevant field within Oil and Gas.
• Strong IT skills including MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support purchasing activities for the Eastern Hemisphere team.
• Expedite late Purchase and Works Orders.
• Analyze invoices pending payment to identify issues.
• Review and present information on tender requests.
• Monitor supplier performance and improve vendor capabilities.
• Assist inventory control with goods receiving queries.

Skills

Inventory management

Lean & Operational Excellence

Oil and Gas knowledge

Proficient in MS Office

Presentation skills

Quality Assurance tools knowledge

Continuous Improvement Techniques

ERP knowledge (Syteline)

Job description

A leading energy firm in Kintore is hiring a Purchasing Assistant for a 6-month contract, with the potential for permanent placement. The ideal candidate will support purchasing activities, monitor supplier performance, and analyze invoices in a fast-paced environment. Proficient IT skills and knowledge of Lean methodologies are required for success in this role. This is a full-time, office-based position with flexible hours.