Buyer

Description:

Buyer | Residential & Commercial Construction | High Wycombe | Permanent
 
I'm working with an established main contractor who are looking to strengthen their procurement team following the planned relocation of a long-serving Buyer.
 
This is a key hire within the business. They already have a more junior Buyer in place and are looking for someone with enough experience to provide guidance and support whilst taking ownership of procurement activities across multiple projects.
 
The Role

Procurement of materials, plant and subcontract packages across residential and commercial projects
• Obtaining and analysing supplier quotations
• Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
• Working closely with commercial and operational teams to support project delivery
• Assisting with supply chain management and procurement strategy
• Supporting and mentoring a junior Buyer
• Office-based in High Wycombe with some flexibility to work from home 
What they're looking for

Buyer or Senior Buyer experience within a construction environment
• Main contractor experience preferred
• Residential and/or commercial project exposure
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Organised, commercially aware and proactive
• Comfortable working within a collaborative, long-serving team 
The Business

Established £60m turnover main contractor
• Residential and commercial construction projects
• Stable business with strong staff retention and long-term careers
• Supportive, non-corporate environment where people are trusted to do their jobs
• Reporting into an experienced Procurement Manager 
Salary guide up to c£65,000 depending on experience.
 
Interested?
Michael Ogunyankin | (phone number removed) | michael @ borneltd . com
No pressure - happy to talk it through confidentially