Procurement Coordinator

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Aberdeen, City of Aberdeen, Scotland, GBR
In-Office
34K-38K Annually
Mid level
Utilities • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage the full purchasing cycle, including sourcing, quotation comparison, purchase orders, delivery expediting, supplier negotiations, and cost-saving initiatives. Coordinate client requirements, logistics, freight, invoices, tenders, commercial documentation, procurement records, ERP systems, and reporting. The role requires strong supplier management, commercial awareness, communication, organization, and experience purchasing technical materials within industrial, engineering, energy, or oil and gas sectors.
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Procurement Co-ordinator

Location: Aberdeen, UK
Salary: £34,000 per annum

Are you an experienced procurement professional with strong commercial awareness and a background in the oil and gas, energy, engineering or industrial sectors?

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Procurement Co-ordinator to join our International Business team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced buyer to take ownership of purchasing activities, develop supplier relationships, and contribute to business growth and profitability within an international business environment.

The Role

Working closely with clients, suppliers and internal teams, you will manage day-to-day procurement and order activities, ensuring materials are sourced competitively, orders are processed efficiently, and deliveries meet client requirements.

You will play a key role in supporting commercial objectives, maintaining strong supplier relationships, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring the smooth coordination of procurement and supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the full purchasing cycle, including sourcing materials, obtaining and comparing quotations, placing purchase orders, and expediting deliveries.

  • Respond to client enquiries, coordinate order requirements, and work with internal teams and suppliers to deliver effective solutions.

  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating competitive pricing, lead times, availability, and purchasing terms.

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier benchmarking, price comparisons, and commercial negotiations.

  • Prepare and support tenders, quotations, proposals, technical data sheets, and other commercial documentation.

  • Monitor outstanding invoices and aged debt, resolving queries in collaboration with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.

  • Coordinate logistics, freight arrangements, supplier deliveries, and supply chain activities.

  • Maintain accurate procurement records, ERP systems, order documentation, and reporting.

  • Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, client requirements, and relevant standards

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Proven experience in a Buyer, Procurement Co-ordinator or similar purchasing role.

  • Experience within the oil and gas, energy, engineering, industrial or technical supply sectors is highly desirable.

  • A strong understanding of purchasing processes, supplier management, and order expediting.

  • Commercial acumen, with the confidence to negotiate pricing and identify cost-saving opportunities.

  • Experience managing multiple orders, client requirements, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and experience using ERP or purchasing systems.

  • A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a strong commitment to customer service and business performance.

We are particularly interested in candidates with hands-on buying and procurement experience within the oil and gas, engineering, energy, or industrial supply sectors, with a strong understanding of technical materials, supplier sourcing, and commercial purchasing

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary of £34,000 ~ £38,000 per annum.

  • The opportunity to work within an international procurement and supply chain business.

  • A varied role with exposure to commercial purchasing, supplier negotiations, and international operations.

  • The opportunity to contribute directly to business growth and operational success.

How to Apply

If you have the relevant procurement experience and are looking for your next opportunity, we would welcome your application.

Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Skills Required

  • Proven experience in a Buyer, Procurement Coordinator, or similar purchasing role
  • Experience in oil and gas, energy, engineering, industrial, or technical supply sectors
  • Understanding of purchasing processes, supplier management, and order expediting
  • Commercial acumen and confidence negotiating pricing and identifying cost-saving opportunities
  • Experience managing multiple orders, client requirements, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP or purchasing systems experience
  • Proactive, detail-oriented approach with commitment to customer service and business performance
  • Hands-on buying and procurement experience with technical materials, supplier sourcing, and commercial purchasing
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The Company
Year Founded: 1965

What We Do

Established in 1931, Peterson Company represents multiple manufacturers within the electrical industry, providing a diverse portfolio of Utility, Telecom, and Industrial Equipment, including medium and high voltage products. Additionally, their Steel Division is one of the longest-standing grating fabricators in the United States, offering comprehensive fabrication services for both light commercial and heavy industrial projects nationwide.

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