Procurement​/Buyer Assistant

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.

• 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.

• 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.