Project Coordinator

Role : Project Coordinator

Location: Edinburgh ( Hybrid)

Contract Duration: 12 months extendable

Contract Rate : £270 - 340 /day Inside IR35

Role Summary

The Project Coordinator / Project Buyer plays a critical role in supporting the successful delivery of complex Aerospace and Defence test system projects. The role combines project coordination, project administration, procurement execution, quality & compliance and material planning responsibilities.

Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Manufacturing, Suppliers, and Customers, the individual ensures that project documentation, schedules, procurement activities, and quality records are maintained to support efficient project execution from order receipt through delivery and project closure.

The position acts as a key interface between project delivery teams and the supply chain, helping ensure that materials, documentation, and project information are available when needed to meet customer commitments.

Skills Required:

Essential

• Experience in project coordination, project administration, procurement, supply chain, or project support roles.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Experience working in a technical, engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defence, or high-technology environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using ERP or procurement systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Strong attention to detail and process discipline

Desirable

• Experience within aerospace, defence, government, or regulated industries.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Knowledge of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain processes.
• Experience with Oracle, SAP, or equivalent ERP systems.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and audit processes.
• Understanding of export control or defence-sector compliance requirements.