Procurement Assistant Aberdeen, Scotland
Job description
Founded in 1987, Metrol are global leaders in the innovation, development and operation of wireless down-hole systems. Our main office is located in the Kirkhill Industrial Estate in Dyce, but operations are global, and we have offices in Dubai, the United States and other worldwide locations.
We deliver excellence in innovation and performance by caring about our relationships – both with our team and our clients. With a family business culture, we aim to create and provide a working environment that promotes from within, encourages training and development and allows and trusts individuals to maintain a work-life balance.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and capable individual to join our expanding purchasing team.
The successful candidate must be well organised and possess good communication skills. They must be a good team player working within a busy purchasing team dedicated in supporting the business through the procurement of components, materials and services. They will have an important part to play in the effective management of the company’s diverse supply chain.
The Procurement Assistant will be required to:
- Perform administrative duties in relation to the Procurement function.
- Support the Procurement Team by maintaining Approved Vendor details and updating supplier information and certification records.
- Liaise with the accounts team and amend Purchase Orders for goods and services to match invoices.
- Be responsible for the prompt processing of requisitions and placement of Purchase Orders.
- Support the expediting function and ensure Purchase Orders are delivered on time as requested.
- Be responsible for ensuring the company is assured of best service at cost effective rates.
The Procurement Assistant is required to have the following knowledge & experience:
- Working knowledge of all MS Office Applications
- Excellent communication skills
- Good team player
- Previous Experience in a similar role would be beneficial, but is not essential
- Previous experience using and working with Purchasing or ERP systems would be advantageous, but is not essential
A competitive salary and benefits package is available for the successful candidate and will be discussed at interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Aberdeen: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Procurement: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
