Purchasing Coordinator

A growing manufacturing business in Glasgow is looking for a proactive and highly organised Purchasing Coordinator to support fast-moving operational purchasing activity across engineering and production teams.

This is a hands-on role focused on keeping projects and production moving by ensuring parts, materials, consumables, and equipment are sourced quickly and efficiently. You will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to manage urgent purchasing requirements, track deliveries, and resolve supply issues in a fast-paced environment.

This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys variety in their day, thrives under pressure, and is comfortable managing multiple priorities at once.

Key Responsibilities

Raise purchase orders and manage supplier order confirmations
Support engineering and operational teams with urgent purchasing requirements
Track deliveries and proactively chase suppliers to ensure on-time supply
Coordinate short lead-time and ad hoc purchasing activity
Maintain supplier communication regarding lead times, availability, and delivery schedules
Support goods receipt and purchasing administration processes
Assist with consumables, tooling, and inventory purchasing
Build relationships with local suppliers and distributors
Work collaboratively with stores, engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams
Occasionally support urgent local collections where requiredCandidate Profile

Previous experience within purchasing, procurement, buying or supply chain support
Experience within manufacturing, engineering, technical, or production-led environments preferred
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working within a fast-paced and evolving environment
Good communication and supplier management skills
Experience raising purchase orders and tracking deliveries
Familiar with ERP/MRP or purchasing systems
Competent using Microsoft Office packages
Full UK driving licence preferredThis is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious and evolving business where you can play a key role in supporting operational success and day-to-day supply activities