Total 6 purchasing procurement inventory job vacancies in dundee scotland

Search are currently looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Administrator. This role is ideal for someone with prior experience in purchasing and a desire to grow within a supportive company.

Mon - Fri 9 - 5 (Flexible)
Fully office based, Dundee with free parking
£25,000 - £29,000 DOE


Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of products
* Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, track shipments, and resolve any order discrepancies
* Monitor stock levels, anticipate needs, and place orders accordingly to maintain optimal inventory levels
* Maintain accurate records within SAP, ensuring all purchasing data is up-to-date
* Assist in negotiating prices and terms with suppliers to achieve cost-effective purchasing
* Work closely with internal departments to ensure purchasing aligns with company needs and timelines

About You:
* Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role;
* Experience with SAP software is highly desirable
* Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* A proactive individual with a desire to develop and progress within the company

What We Offer:
* Competitive salary, based on experience
* Opportunities for progression and professional development within a growing organisation
* A supportive and collaborative team environment

Please forward a CV to darryl.docherty@search.co.uk

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Grade UE08: Salary Range: £48,350 – £59,421
Procurement, University of Edinburgh (Finance Department)
Open-ended Contract.
Full time (35 Hours per week)

We’re looking for great people to join our award-winning procurement team.

Procurement at Edinburgh University is undergoing a major transformation as we extend the scope of our influence and impact across our £1bn world-renowned organisation.

Our vision is “To become world class in everything we do, recognised as a trusted strategic partner in the successful delivery of the University’s Strategy 2030”.

To deliver on our commitments we are now looking for people who make things happen, who challenge the status quo, are excited about working in a diverse, dynamic environment and really want to make a change.

Edinburgh University is a world leader.

Be part of our new Procurement journey.



The Opportunity:

Reporting to the relevant Category Head, the successful candidate will be responsible for the tendering, award and contract management of a range of procurement projects; as well as strategic initiatives stemming from market engagement and spend analyses. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the University’s financial wellbeing and international research profile, by delivering cash savings and other cost efficiencies; and supporting the knowledge creation and transfer which lies at the heart of the University’s Strategy 2030.

The post-holder will join a forward-thinking, ambitious and supportive procurement team, already well advanced in a service transformation programme. As part of the wider Finance Directorate, we aim to deliver world-class services to the University’s academic teaching and research staff and our professional services colleagues, in keeping with the institution’s Top-20 World Ranking.

You will engage directly with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that Procurement delivers innovative, fit for purpose solutions which are aligned to University objectives and Government policy.

Candidates will be encouraged to exercise initiative and discretion, taking ownership of strategic procurements that deliver maximum benefit across the University.



Your skills and attributes for success:

Self-motivated and proactive, with a passion to help shape and develop the service.
Practical experience and sound theoretical knowledge of end-to-end tendering procedures, including use of eTendering systems.
A solid grounding of in-life contract and supplier relationship management.
Good computing literacy and numerical analysis skills with excellent attention to detail.
Strong communication and negotiation skills and commercial judgement.

The Recruitment Co are currently recruiting a Permanent Purchasing & Logistics Assistant for their client based in Dundee.



Location: Dundee - due to location, own transport is essential. (Once fully trained you will have the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis)



Salary: £24,500 Per Annum



Shifts: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm



Key Responsibilities:

Dealing with external suppliers and planning in delivery dates

Chasing overdue orders

Regular conversations with suppliers building relationships and updating internal database with quotes, contact details and pricing structure.

Handling enquiries from couriers and field staff for smooth and speedy transition in deliveries to suppliers.

Ensuring adequate stock levels across all stores

Working closely with the warehouse and engineers to ensure correct delivery of parts

Other duties as required to support the Procurement and Logistics team

Skills & Abilities Required:

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal with great attention to detail.

Computer literate, word, excel and any database experience

Customer service experience and comfortable dealing with external clients on the phone.

The ability to work well under pressure and not afraid to negotiate with external partners

Benefits

• Career development opportunities including external training
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Free Care Parking

If this role is of interest to you please APPLY today!!!

CPDundee

The Recruitment Co. is an equal opportunities employer and we're committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

This role is posted on behalf of The Recruitment Co., a sister company of Blue Arrow.

Your new company

I am delighted to be partnered with this amazing Public Sector organisation in Dundee to help in their search for a new Procurement Manager to lead their team.
This organisation is partnered with local councils to support their contracting needs. They are incredibly committed to employee development and learning, and pride themselves on their customer engagement and their ability to make a difference in the Dundee area.

Your new role

As Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Guiding and training more junior procurement staff
• Ensuring that correct procurement regulations and process are followed by the wider organisation in adherence with Scotland's Public Sector Procurement Regulations
• Engaging in stakeholder management with internal and external stakeholders
• Providing market insights and information to internal teams
• Managing the tendering process for the organisation in line with the appropriate frameworks
• Managing and monitoring existing suppliers and onboarding new ones
• Monitoring continuous improvement of procurement processes

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate will have:

• MCIPS qualification (or relevant experience)
• Knowledge and experience with Public Sector Regulations
• People management experience
• Extensive tendering experience
• The ability to adapt in a changing environment
• Full and clean UK driving licence
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid and flexible working options
• 28 days annual leave + 5 public holidays
• Generous pension contribution of 15.7%
• Lifestyle discounts e.g. cycle to work, gym discounts etc.
• Learning, development, and career progression opportunities
• Annual pay awards

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Grade UE04: £24,533 to £27,181 per annum.
CSG / Finance
Full time: 35 hours per week.
Open Ended: Permanent.

We are looking for Procurement Payment Assistant to join our Professional & Campus Services Team. The post-holder will join a forward-thinking, ambitious and supportive team.

The Procurement Payment Assistant will:
Place orders with external suppliers in accordance with the University Procurement Card procedure and review and maintain records of transactions in the Card provider’s online system; deal with queries from University staff or external suppliers relating to orders; investigate and help to resolve invoice queries across the University by reviewing reports and liaising with relevant staff and suppliers to ensure prompt payment to suppliers; contribute to improvements in processes, training and reporting for Procurement Cards and invoice query management, identifying trends and root causes to common problems and provide suggestions for improvement.

The Opportunity:

As part of the wider Finance Directorate, we aim to deliver world-class services to the University’s academic teaching and research staff and professional services colleagues, in keeping with the institution’s Top-20 World Ranking.

The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50 and placed 20th in the 2020 QS World University Rankings. It has over 33,000 students and employs 15,000 staff and has a non-pay spend in excess of £300 million per annum.

Your skills and attributes for success:

have experience of working in a relevant administrative role with experience of working in a Procurement/Finance/Administration environment.
have good attention to detail, good numerical, written and verbal communication skills, a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word and knowledge of an electronic purchase order system.
be passionate about delivering excellent customer service and possess excellent interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to deal confidently with customers and suppliers.
demonstrate an enthusiastic and flexible attitude, have proven ability to be a team player and thrive in a time sensitive, high volume environment with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Grade UE08 £48,350 – £59,421

Procurement, University of Edinburgh (Finance Department)

Fixed-Term 12 month contract

Full time (35 Hours per week)

1 post


We’re looking for great people to join our award-winning procurement team.

Procurement at Edinburgh University is undergoing a major transformation as we extend the scope of our influence and impact across our £1bn world-renowned organisation.

Our vision is “To become world class in everything we do, recognised as a trusted strategic partner in the successful delivery of the University’s Strategy 2030”.

To deliver on our commitments we are now looking for people who make things happen, who challenge the status quo, are excited about working in a diverse, dynamic environment and really want to make a change.

Edinburgh University is a world leader. Be part of our new Procurement journey.


The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to join our Information Services Category Team.

Reporting to the relevant Category Head, the successful candidate will be responsible for the tendering, award and contract management of a range of procurement projects; as well as strategic initiatives stemming from market engagement and spend analyses. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the University’s financial wellbeing and international research profile, by delivering cash savings and other cost efficiencies; and supporting the knowledge creation and transfer which lies at the heart of the University’s Strategy 2030.

The post-holder will join a forward-thinking, ambitious and supportive procurement team, already well advanced in a service transformation programme. As part of the wider Finance Directorate, we aim to deliver world-class services to the University’s academic teaching and research staff and our professional services colleagues, in keeping with the institution’s Top-20 World Ranking.

You will engage directly with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that Procurement delivers innovative, fit for purpose solutions which are aligned to University objectives and Government policy.

Candidates will be encouraged to exercise initiative and discretion, taking ownership of strategic procurements that deliver maximum benefit across the University.

Your skills and attributes for success:

-Self-motivated and proactive, with a passion to help shape and develop the service.
-Practical experience and sound theoretical knowledge of end-to-end tendering procedures, including use of eTendering systems.
-A solid grounding of in-life contract and supplier relationship management.
-Good computing literacy and numerical analysis skills with excellent attention to detail.
-Strong communication and negotiation skills and commercial judgement.