Buyer/Procurement Co-ordinator

  • Activus recruitment
  • Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire
  • Dec 02, 2025
Seasonal Construction Civil Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Buyer / Procurement Coordinator (Construction & Civils)

Location: Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire (Applicants must be based in or commutable to the area)

Our client is a well-established construction and civil engineering company with over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality projects across the UK. With expertise spanning concrete works, civil engineering, main contracting, and a wide range of construction services, the company s continued success is built on professionalism, collaboration, and the commitment of their dedicated team.

They are now seeking a Buyer / Procurement Coordinator to support the Contracts Team and play a key role in ensuring efficient, cost-effective project delivery.

The Role

  • Procuring construction materials and supplies

  • Liaising daily with Contracts and Commercial Teams

  • Managing plant hire and off-hire requirements

  • Overseeing company-owned plant, including servicing schedules, tracking, and monitoring

  • Building strong supplier relationships and negotiating competitive rates

  • Working closely with site personnel to gather and confirm requirements

  • Completing all procurement-related administration and documentation

  • Carrying out site visits to understand project needs and support planning

Personal Requirements

  • High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail

  • Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

  • Confident negotiator with strong communication skills

  • A proactive team player who can also work independently

  • Good knowledge of construction materials and plant (advantageous)

  • Confident user of Microsoft Office applications

  • Must be based in Aberdeenshire and able to commute to Oldmeldrum

Benefits

  • Competitive salary

  • Private health care

  • Attractive overall benefits package

  • Opportunity to join a respected, long-established construction and civils contractor with excellent long-term prospects