Buyer
| Posting date: | 24 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.15 to £26.78 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 October 2025 |
| Location: | Prestwick, South Ayrshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Allstaff |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
Allstaff Professional Services Division are delighted to bring to the market the role of Subcontract Buyer. This is a temporary week to week contract but likely to be for a 12 month period.
Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire
Job Summary:
Reporting directly to the Procurement Team Leaders, this role will be instrumental in:
Sourcing Materials and Services: Leading procurement activities with onsite business units and regional satellites.
Supporting Demands: Providing procurement support to meet increased workload and ensure timely, compliant sourcing.
Enhancing Supplier Relationships: Building strong partnerships to ensure performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Sourcing Materials and Services
Create and manage Purchase Orders (Production, Non-Production, Returns, Subcontracted, Customer Furnished, Repair Orders)
Amend and manage PO line items (delivery dates, prices, currencies, etc.)
Process stock returns to suppliers
Manage and maintain open order books
Vendor & Requisition Management
Create and edit purchase requisitions
Manage vendor onboarding and amendments (including bank details)
Raise new vendor requests and maintain supplier data
Coordinate with vendors for timely deliveries and issue resolution
Daily Shortage Report updates
Collaborate with shop team leaders, managers, engineers, and site teams to understand procurement needs.
Support the development of procurement strategies/plans aligned with business goals.
Place orders with suppliers and expedite deliveries when required to meet shop timelines.
Supply Chain Management
Establish and maintain supplier relationships, resolving supply and service issues.
Ensure supplier compliance.
Address and resolve internal and external supply chain issues, acting as the primary escalation point.
Manage costs to mitigate financial risk and minimise business exposure.
Process Management & Improvement
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, contracts, and regulations.
Implement best practices and drive continuous process improvement.
Promote sustainable procurement aligned with business values.
Maintain and optimise SAP system, ensuring current and accurate data.
Support internal and external audits.
Performance, Reporting & Representation
Daily Provisioning Reports
OTIF (On-Time In Full) Reports
Timex Reports
Open Order Book updates
Inventory Report updates
Buyers Forecast Reports
Support Tier review processes
Represent the department and organisation professionally in all interactions.
Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
Share best practices, innovation and drive continuous improvement.
Undertake additional duties, training, or working hours as reasonably required, consistent with the level of responsibility of this role.
Experience Required:
Previous buyer experience in the service industry is essential.
Strong working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience (36 months) in a similar fast-paced environment.
Successful applicant will be subject to e Disclosure Scotland check
Working Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm
Total: 37 hours per week
Salary: £17.15 – £20.79 per hour depending on experience
Allstaff is operating as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary staff, engaging and paying workers directly and supplying to a client who will supervise the worker in the course of their work. By sending your CV you are consenting to Allstaff processing your personal data for the purposes of providing work finding services, including processing using software solution providers and back-office support.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 12 months
Work Location: In person
Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire
Job Summary:
Reporting directly to the Procurement Team Leaders, this role will be instrumental in:
Sourcing Materials and Services: Leading procurement activities with onsite business units and regional satellites.
Supporting Demands: Providing procurement support to meet increased workload and ensure timely, compliant sourcing.
Enhancing Supplier Relationships: Building strong partnerships to ensure performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Sourcing Materials and Services
Create and manage Purchase Orders (Production, Non-Production, Returns, Subcontracted, Customer Furnished, Repair Orders)
Amend and manage PO line items (delivery dates, prices, currencies, etc.)
Process stock returns to suppliers
Manage and maintain open order books
Vendor & Requisition Management
Create and edit purchase requisitions
Manage vendor onboarding and amendments (including bank details)
Raise new vendor requests and maintain supplier data
Coordinate with vendors for timely deliveries and issue resolution
Daily Shortage Report updates
Collaborate with shop team leaders, managers, engineers, and site teams to understand procurement needs.
Support the development of procurement strategies/plans aligned with business goals.
Place orders with suppliers and expedite deliveries when required to meet shop timelines.
Supply Chain Management
Establish and maintain supplier relationships, resolving supply and service issues.
Ensure supplier compliance.
Address and resolve internal and external supply chain issues, acting as the primary escalation point.
Manage costs to mitigate financial risk and minimise business exposure.
Process Management & Improvement
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, contracts, and regulations.
Implement best practices and drive continuous process improvement.
Promote sustainable procurement aligned with business values.
Maintain and optimise SAP system, ensuring current and accurate data.
Support internal and external audits.
Performance, Reporting & Representation
Daily Provisioning Reports
OTIF (On-Time In Full) Reports
Timex Reports
Open Order Book updates
Inventory Report updates
Buyers Forecast Reports
Support Tier review processes
Represent the department and organisation professionally in all interactions.
Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
Share best practices, innovation and drive continuous improvement.
Undertake additional duties, training, or working hours as reasonably required, consistent with the level of responsibility of this role.
Experience Required:
Previous buyer experience in the service industry is essential.
Strong working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience (36 months) in a similar fast-paced environment.
Successful applicant will be subject to e Disclosure Scotland check
Working Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm
Total: 37 hours per week
Salary: £17.15 – £20.79 per hour depending on experience
Allstaff is operating as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary staff, engaging and paying workers directly and supplying to a client who will supervise the worker in the course of their work. By sending your CV you are consenting to Allstaff processing your personal data for the purposes of providing work finding services, including processing using software solution providers and back-office support.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 12 months
Work Location: In person