Site Purchasing Assistant

Job Title

Site Purchasing Assistant – Nuclear New Build Project

Summary

Join a major nuclear new build project in the UK as a Site Purchasing Assistant. This position is ideal for candidates with procurement experience who want to be part of a high-profile, safety-critical environment. You’ll play an important role in supporting site operations by ensuring timely and compliant procurement of materials, equipment, and services.

Location and Working Pattern

UK (site-based) – Full on-site engagement at a nuclear construction project.

Client Overview

Operating within the nuclear new build sector, this position is aligned with one of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects, supporting a robust and highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders following project procedures and approval workflows.
• Support procurement leads with sourcing materials, plant, and services for site operations.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, track orders, and confirm delivery schedules.
• Monitor and maintain order progress, resolving issues related to delivery, quality, and invoicing.
• Maintain accurate procurement records ensuring compliance with audit and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with goods receipt and ensure materials are correctly logged in site systems.
• Support invoice verification and reconciliation against purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and stores teams to meet materials requirements.

 

Desireable Experience/Skills

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or administration in construction, engineering, or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of procurement systems (SAP or similar) and purchase order processes.
• Experience supporting invoice reconciliation and supplier coordination.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Familiarity with large-scale or highly regulated project environments, ideally nuclear.
• Understanding of commercial controls and procurement governance frameworks.

 

Apply Now

If you’re ready to join a complex, high-profile project and support procurement operations within a safety-critical nuclear environment, please contact matt.lynas@nrl.co.uk

 

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