Job Description
An established and rapidly growing construction business is looking to appoint an experienced Buyer to support the procurement of materials and groundwork packages across a portfolio of fast-moving projects.
This is a key appointment within a business that is actively investing in and expanding its buying function. The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative team environment where attitude, work ethic, and willingness to get involved are just as important as technical procurement experience.
Specific duties of the Buyer include:
- Procuring construction materials and groundwork packages
- Managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts
- Supporting multiple live projects in a fast-paced environment
- Working closely with commercial and operational teams
- Ensuring cost-effective purchasing while maintaining quality and programme requirements
- Contributing positively to a growing and ambitious buying team
Buyer applicants should meet the following critieria:
- Previous buying/procurement experience within construction
- Strong knowledge of materials and groundwork procurement
- Commercial awareness and confident negotiation skills
- A proactive, hands-on approach
- Someone who thrives in a team environment and is willing to get stuck in
- Comfortable working in a fully office-based role within a fast-paced setting
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