Assistant Buyer

Description:

The Company:

We are working with a contractor developer who have an excellent reputation for delivering interesting projects including high-end residential, commercial and healthcare schemes for themselves and external clients.

They have strong relationships with their clients which means they enjoy a good proportion of repeat, negotiated business.

Their senior management team are dynamic, knowledgeable and very approachable.

They typically make double-digit margins on projects and work across the North West and West Yorkshire.

The Role:

They are looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer in to their Procurement team, based in their Head Office.

The role reports in to the company Senior Buyer.

The ultimate purpose of the role is to procure materials and plant for projects on time and at competitive rates whilst developing positive relationships with suppliers.

General responsibilities will include the following;

Prepare and issue enquiries to suppliers and evaluate quotations received

Conduct negotiations with suppliers and place orders providing best value and service including additional materials not covered in the schedule

Place Plant orders

Ensure that all procurement is carried out in line with the company's Supply Chain processes & procedures

Manage the procurement process to ensure that any disputes are resolved amicably to ensure that project delivery is not affected

Ensure that supply partners are safe, sustainable and appropriately accredited

Input material schedules into the system and prepare material budgets for the Quantity Surveyors

Prepare cost reports and provide analysis of material costs for completion

You:

To be successful in this role you will need to have a minimum 12 months experience in a Buying role for a Building Contractor / Subcontractor or Housebuilder.

You will have a good understanding of the construction market and be able to inspire confidence in internal and external stakeholders.

You will be commercially aware and based in or be able to commute to the North West of England.

You’ll need to have good IT skills and a willingness to learn.

Rewards:

They offer a good salary and package with extensive benefits including a realistic bonus scheme.

You will be working with a growing, successful, cash-rich company that can provide a challenging and supportive working environment

This is a great opportunity to join a leading building contractor, who can offer an excellent working environment in their modern head office