Buyer - International Projects

Buyer – International Projects
Location: Hillington, Glasgow
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays, Competitive pension scheme and company sick pay and Career Growth: Genuine pathways for professional progression within a rapidly growing, national group!
Help Deliver Critical Infrastructure and Engineering Projects
Established in 2002, IQA Group is a powerhouse in the UK infrastructure sector. Operating from three major sites across Glasgow, North Wales, and Liverpool, we deliver expert services across power networks, renewable energy, and commercial contracting.
By joining IQA, you aren’t just taking a job you are joining a team that is literally powering the UK’s future!
We are looking for a commercially minded and technically capable Buyer to join our growing team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of major Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects by ensuring equipment, materials and subcontract services are sourced efficiently, competitively and on schedule.
If you enjoy working at the intersection of engineering, procurement and project delivery, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
The Role
As a Buyer, you will manage the procurement lifecycle from initial requisition through to supplier selection, purchase order placement, expediting, delivery and project close-out.
Working closely with Engineering, Project Management, Commercial, Construction and Quality teams, you will ensure procurement activities support project objectives while maintaining compliance, quality, cost control and delivery performance.
This is a highly collaborative role offering exposure to major infrastructure and engineering projects, where your ability to build supplier relationships, negotiate effectively and manage competing priorities will be key to success.
As our Buyer you will:
* Manage procurement activities across EPC projects, ensuring alignment with project programmes and business procedures.
* Convert engineering requisitions into procurement packages and tender documents.
* Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs and supplier enquiries.
* Obtain and evaluate competitive quotations from approved suppliers.
* Support technical and commercial bid evaluations in collaboration with engineering teams.
* Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, warranties, payment terms and contractual conditions.
* Raise purchase orders and ensure compliance with procurement procedures.
* Review engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials and technical documentation.
* Ensure procured equipment and materials meet project specifications, regulatory requirements and client expectations.
* Coordinate technical clarifications between suppliers and internal stakeholders.
* Identify and assess new suppliers and support supplier qualification activities.
* Expedite critical equipment and materials to ensure project milestones are achieved.
* Coordinate inspections, factory acceptance tests (FATs) and logistics activities.
* Monitor delivery schedules and proactively manage supply chain risks.
* Support cost-saving initiatives through value engineering and strategic sourcing.
* Maintain procurement records, reports and contract documentation.
* Attend project meetings and provide procurement updates to key stakeholders.
About You
You will be an organised and proactive procurement professional with experience working in engineering, construction, utilities, renewables or industrial project environments.
You will have strong commercial awareness, excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple procurement activities while maintaining attention to detail.
Essential Requirements
* Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or a related discipline.
* Minimum three years' procurement experience within EPC, engineering, construction, utilities, renewable energy or industrial projects.
* Experience procuring mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and civil materials and services.
* Experience managing supplier relationships and performance.
* Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
* Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
* Full UK driving licence.
It would be great if you had:
* CIPS Level 4-6 qualification.
* Engineering qualification or technical engineering background.
* Knowledge of NEC or FIDIC contracts.
* Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, energy or utility projects.
Why Join IQA Group
As part of the internationally recognised Elecnor Group, you'll be joining a business with ambitious growth plans, a strong project pipeline and a commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and impactful projects, develop your procurement expertise and build a rewarding long-term career within a supportive and professional environment.
You'll be part of a team where collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged, and where your contribution directly impacts project success.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced procurement professional looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role within a leading engineering and infrastructure business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help deliver the projects that power the future.
IQA Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates