Assistant Purchasing

6 months ago


Aberdeen, United Kingdom First Recruitment Group Full time

**Role**:
Assistant Purchasing (Aberdeen)

6 month Contract

Monday to Friday

5 days in the office

My client has over 1,000 people spread across 13 major sites providing a global foot print in support of our client’s requirements.

We now have a position for a Purchasing Assistant to join the team who will report to the Lead Buyer.

**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Support Eastern Hemisphere purchasing team with all purchasing activities.
- Monitor and expedite late Purchase and Works Orders. Liaise closely with the planning department for all items that will not meet the requirements of the Production Schedule and provide solutions as necessary.
- Support with the resolution of invoices pending payment in a timely manner, by performing detailed analysis to identify root cause of issue prohibiting invoice payment.
- Review Traceability Number requests and issue numbers to suppliers
- Review tender requests and present information to Buyers with recommended order placement.
- Proactively monitor supplier performance and develop vendors to improve on-time delivery, product quality and reduce lead-times.
- Assist inventory control, when required, with any queries in goods receiving.
- Undertake vendor analysis and selection along with identifying and establish supply agreements to the benefit the organization
- Update procedures, work instructions and manuals as per requirements
- Participate in meetings and keep up to date on issues related to Purchase Order delivery, vendor performance, Metrics, capacity constraints and other related Supply Chain issues.
- Achieve target On-time delivery and Lead-time and inventory turn levels based on manufacturing and supply chain capacity/flexibility.
- Identify continuous improvement opportunities
- Represent the organization in a responsible and professional manner.
- Engage in any other activities as requested by the Lead Buyer.

**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED**

**Strategic**
- Anticipates the impact of change and rises to the challenge, with the ability to accept risk and uncertainty (Dealing with ambiguity)

**Operating**
- Be willing to provide colleagues with the information they need to complete their tasks and eliminate roadblocks (Informing)
- Able to define, work within and improve business processes based on immediate and future business needs (Process Management)
- Strong attention to detail with a good level of numeracy (Process Management)
- A talent for problem-solving and driving issues to closure.

**Energy**
- Will be energised by challenges and drawn towards opportunities (Driving for results) Organisational
- Confident and professional when representing the company in person and in writing (Written Communications & Presentation Skills)
- Highly organised with the ability to multi-task (Organisational Agility) Courage
- Can be counted on to take personal responsibility in challenging situations and be willing to engage in disputes in order to settle them equitably (Conflict management)

**Personal and Interpersonal**
- A strong sense of customer focus (internal/external) (Customer Focus)
- Firm and diplomatic when negotiating (Negotiating)
- Enjoys working in a team (Effective Teams)
- Excellent communication skills in English

**Qualifications**:
**Desirable**:

- CIPS Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related discipline

**Experience**:
**Essential**:

- Working knowledge manufacturing environment, inventory management, or planning environment.

**Desirable**:

- Knowledge of Lean & Operational Excellence
- Working knowledge of the Oil and Gas in a relevant field

**Skills, training or special knowledge**:
**Essential**:

- Proficient IT skills including MS Word, MS Excel and Other MS Office Applications.

**Desirable**:

- Experience in presenting to cross-functional teams
- Knowledge of Lean & Operational Excellence
- Knowledge of tools, concepts and methodologies of QA
- Continuous Improvement Techniques
- ERP knowledge such as Syteline.


  • Purchasing Assistant

    6 months ago


    Aberdeen, United Kingdom Instock Ltd Full time

    **Company**: Instock Group is one of the largest independent distributors of cleaning and catering supplies in the UK. We supply thousands of different products to schools, care homes, the hospitality sector, and the offshore industry. These products include everything from cleaning chemicals, paper hygiene, janitorial hardware, food packaging, refuse...

  • Purchaser

    6 months ago


    Aberdeen, United Kingdom Cammach Bryant Full time

    Our client is looking for a Purchaser for a permanent position, located in Aberdeen. **RESPONSIBILITIES** - Process requisitions, purchase orders and onboard deliveries within the boundaries of the procurement systems and Power of Attorney Matrix. - Interact and support the organisation with regards to invoice processing related to purchase orders as and...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom PD&MS Group Full time

    **About The Role**: PD&MS Group have a great opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our progressive finance team based in Aberdeen on a **short term basis, of 3-6 months.** Reporting to the Purchase Ledger Accountant your main responsibilities in this role will include: - Receive, check, process and pay all Contractors invoices and expenses. -...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom Cammach Bryant Full time

    Our client is looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant for a contract position, located in Aberdeen. **RESPONSIBILITIES** - Scan and verify invoices received into the accounts department on a daily basis, using scanning software (Readsoft). - Process invoices upon receipt and ensure invoices are approved for payment within the stipulated supplier payment...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom Xodus Group Full time

    Xodus is a global energy consultancy that has been established for over 18 years, with more than 400 experts working across the globe. We support the energy industry from early project development to operational support offering a one-stop-shop for project and technology development activities. As a truly integrated consultancy, we bring together a range of...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom FinTech Recruitment Solutions Full time

    FinTech RS are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Purchase Ledger Assistant based in Altens, Aberdeen. This is a Fixed Term Contract position for 12 months starting ASAP, working Full Time hours with Hybrid working available. Main duties include: - Scan and verify invoices received into the accounts department on a daily basis - Process invoices upon...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom FinTech Recruitment Solutions Full time

    FinTech RS are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Purchase Ledger Assistant based in Altens, Aberdeen. This is a Fixed Term Contract position for 12 months, working Full Time hours with Hybrid working available. Main duties include: - Scan and verify invoices received into the accounts department on a daily basis - Process invoices upon receipt and...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom Thorpe Molloy McCulloch Recruitment Full time

    **Purchase Ledger Assistant - 12 Months - VR/29221**: **Status**: Temp/Contract **Location**: Tullos, Aberdeen **Rate**: Available Upon Request Our client based in Tullos is looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to support their team on a 12 month fixed term contract basis. This role is due to current work load in the team, therefore they are looking...


  • Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom Disclaimer: ANY-Web Ltd. Full time

    Disclaimer: ANY-Web Ltd.About the JobWe are recruiting for a Financial Controller - Accounts Payable Specialist based in Aberdeen. This is a permanent, full-time position with hybrid working available.The successful candidate will have a strong background in Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger focused roles in busy, fast-paced environments. The salary for...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom PDMS Full time

    **About The Role**: PD&MS Group have a great opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our progressive finance team based in Aberdeen on a fixed term basis, for 3-6 months. Reporting to the Purchase Ledger Accountant your main responsibilities in this role will include: - Receive, check, process and pay all Contractors invoices and expenses. -...


  • Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom Engage Talent Partners LTD Full time

    We are looking for a Strategic Buyer to join our team at Engage Talent Partners LTD in Aberdeen.About the JobThis Senior Buyer position involves leading a team of Buyers, adjusting purchase orders, and negotiating commercial options. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchasing processes and setting up suppliers on approved vendor listings.Job...

  • Purchase Ledger

    7 months ago


    Aberdeen, United Kingdom Nicol of Skene Full time

    Nicol of Skene, a leading Civil Engineering and Multi-Utility Contractor in the North-East of Scotland, are looking for a Purchase Ledger / Office Administrator to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an articulate, diligent individual with a can-do attitude. The main purpose of this role will be to process a high volume of purchase...


  • Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom PD&MS Group Full time

    Aberdeen Accounts Assistant Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Purchase Ledger Assistant to join our progressive finance team in Aberdeen. As a Purchase Ledger Assistant, you will be responsible for receiving, checking, processing, and paying Contractors invoices and expenses.Key ResponsibilitiesReceiving, checking, processing, and paying Contractors...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom Sigma Electrical Export UK Ltd Full time

    **About Us** Sigma Electrical Export UK is an experienced supplier of Electrical Materials and Explosion Proof Equipment. This includes all type of Cables, Cable Management Systems and Accessories, Lighting Equipment, Junction Boxes, Hazardous Area and Automation Equipment to EPC’s and Contractors. From the position in the heart of Aberdeen, Sigma...


  • Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom PDMS Full time

    Purchase Ledger Specialists required for short-term assignments in Aberdeen. Competitive salary £45,000 - £55,000 per annum.Job DescriptionThe successful candidate will be responsible for processing invoices and employee expense claims, maintaining Contractor spreadsheets and logs, generating weekly supplier payment runs, assisting with credit applications...

  • Purchasing Supervisor

    8 months ago


    Aberdeen, United Kingdom Expro Full time

    **Overall Purpose of the Job**: Supervise the Capex team to procure goods and services required by Expro to the required specification, quality level, at a competitive price, delivered in a timely manner. The role has a change and process development element to instill best practice and continuous improvement through both supervision and execution. This role...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom Oceaneering Full time

    Company Profile Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore...

  • Accounts Assistant

    6 months ago


    Aberdeen, United Kingdom Cammach Bryant Full time

    Our client is currently looking for an Accounts Assistant for an initial 3 month contract position, located in Aberdeen. **Responsibilities**: - Back log of filing purchase ledger invoices and payments. - Completing files. We operate manual job files, so this would involve checking that all the relevant documents are in the job files, such as Sales Orders,...

  • Procurement Assistant

    6 months ago


    Aberdeen, United Kingdom Thorpe Molloy McCulloch Recruitment Full time

    **Procurement Assistant - VR/28145**: **Status**: Permanent **Location**: Dyce, Aberdeen **Ref**: VR/28145 S **Rate**: Available Upon Request Opportunity to join an organisation providing technology solutions to the energy industry. This is a permanent position, based at our client’s office in the Dyce area of Aberdeen. As Procurement Assistant,...


  • Aberdeen, United Kingdom Red The Consultancy Full time

    Our growing client in Aberdeen is on the lookout for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join them on a full time, permanent basis. As Accounts Payable Assistant you will be responsible for undertaking accounts payable duties and meeting accounting deadlines for our client. **THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT** **Essential**: - Previous experience within...