Assistant Buyer

Poolhall Recruitment Ltd; Darlaston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering recruitment agency is looking for an Assistant Buyer to join a dynamic procurement team. You will procure construction materials, manage supplier relationships, and contribute to projects that drive social impact. Ideal candidates will have procurement experience in construction and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Private Medical

Profit share scheme

25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Leadership training

Career progression support

Continuous service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain within construction or related industries.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Procuring construction materials and services across multiple sectors.
• Supplier selection, price negotiations, and contract support.
• Building strong relationships with project teams and supply chain partners.
• Monitoring market trends, innovations, and supply chain developments.
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and reports.

Skills

Procurement experience

Strong communication

Negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

Commitment to ethical sourcing

Job description

Overview

Poolhall Recruitment are proud to be partnering with our client, an established civil engineering and infrastructure specialist, to recruit an Assistant Buyer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking procurement team that plays a key role in driving social impact and sustainability goals across major nationwide projects.

Responsibilities

• Procuring construction materials and services across multiple sectors.
• Supplier selection, price negotiations, and contract support.
• Building strong relationships with project teams and supply chain partners to ensure "right-first-time" delivery.
• Monitoring market trends, innovations, and supply chain developments.
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and reports, supporting KPIs and governance requirements.

About You

• Experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain within construction or related industries.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainability.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical
• Profit share scheme
• 25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeing
• Leadership & management training and coaching
• Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progression
• Development supported by internal and externally delivered training
• Continuous service awards

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