Senior Buyer
Posted 3 days ago
- Boughton Malherbe, Kent
- Permanent
- £45,000 to £53,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In 25 days
Senior Buyer - Construction
£45,000 - £53,000 DOE
Kent
Hybrid
A fantastic EXCLUSIVE opportunity - Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in construction? Do you thrive in a fast-paced construction environment and take pride in sourcing high-quality materials at the best value?
Key Responsibilities
Source and procure mechanical and electrical materials, plant, and services for commercial and industrial construction projects.
Review technical specifications to ensure compliance with procurement requirements.
Obtain competitive quotes, negotiate pricing and terms, and raise purchase orders.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
Liaise with project and site teams on material needs, delivery schedules, and plant hire coordination.
Monitor order progress and resolve any delivery or invoice issues.
Provide cost analysis, value engineering suggestions, and support project cost controls.
Stay informed on market trends, supply risks, and alternative product options.
Ensure adherence to company procurement procedures, health and safety, and sustainability policies.
Support the Procurement Manager in continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes.Requirements
Proven experience in a procurement role within the construction industry.
Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience
Excellent analytical and cost management skills
Familiarity with procurement software and tools
Strong communication and interpersonal skillsQualifications
Working towards or qualfied in CIPS
A-levels or NVQ (preferably in Business, Finance, or Construction-related field)If you would like to apply for this role, please get in contact with your CV attached to (url removed)
£45,000 - £53,000 DOE
Kent
Hybrid
A fantastic EXCLUSIVE opportunity - Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in construction? Do you thrive in a fast-paced construction environment and take pride in sourcing high-quality materials at the best value?
Key Responsibilities
Source and procure mechanical and electrical materials, plant, and services for commercial and industrial construction projects.
Review technical specifications to ensure compliance with procurement requirements.
Obtain competitive quotes, negotiate pricing and terms, and raise purchase orders.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
Liaise with project and site teams on material needs, delivery schedules, and plant hire coordination.
Monitor order progress and resolve any delivery or invoice issues.
Provide cost analysis, value engineering suggestions, and support project cost controls.
Stay informed on market trends, supply risks, and alternative product options.
Ensure adherence to company procurement procedures, health and safety, and sustainability policies.
Support the Procurement Manager in continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes.Requirements
Proven experience in a procurement role within the construction industry.
Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience
Excellent analytical and cost management skills
Familiarity with procurement software and tools
Strong communication and interpersonal skillsQualifications
Working towards or qualfied in CIPS
A-levels or NVQ (preferably in Business, Finance, or Construction-related field)If you would like to apply for this role, please get in contact with your CV attached to (url removed)