Assistant Buyer

Kenton Black Limited; Grantham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited in Grantham is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join its procurement team in Grantham. This is an excellent entry point into construction procurement, with comprehensive training and support provided to develop essential buying and supplier liaison skills.

You will assist with purchasing construction materials, plant and subcontractor services, raise purchase orders, and track deliveries, while building strong supplier relationships and learning procurement processes in a busy

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work within a busy team and manage multiple tasks.
• A proactive attitude with an interest in construction and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the purchasing of construction materials, plant and subcontractor services.
• Obtaining and comparing supplier quotations.
• Raising purchase orders and tracking deliveries.
• Liaising with suppliers, site teams and subcontractors.
• Building and maintaining positive supplier relationships.
• Monitoring material costs, availability and lead times.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Supporting the procurement team with day-to-day administrative duties.
• Helping resolve delivery issues and supplier queries.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Job description

Assistant Buyer - Residential Groundworks
Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire

An established residential groundworks contractor with an annual turnover of approximately £40m is looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer to join its procurement team in Grantham.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in procurement and purchasing within the construction industry. Previous buying experience is not essential, as full training and support will be provided.

The successful candidate will support the procurement team in sourcing materials, liaising with suppliers and ensuring orders are placed and delivered in line with project requirements.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Assisting with the purchasing of construction materials, plant and subcontractor services.
• Obtaining and comparing supplier quotations.
• Raising purchase orders and tracking deliveries.
• Liaising with suppliers, site teams and subcontractors.
• Building and maintaining positive supplier relationships.
• Monitoring material costs, availability and lead times.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Supporting the procurement team with day-to-day administrative duties.
• Helping resolve delivery issues and supplier queries.

Requirements:

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work within a busy team and manage multiple tasks.
• A proactive attitude with an interest in construction and procurement.

The Opportunity:

• Join an established £40m residential groundworks business.
• Full training and support provided.
• Opportunity to develop a career in construction procurement.
• Long-term career progression within a growing business.

Previous procurement experience is not required. Applications are welcomed from enthusiastic individuals looking to develop their skills and build a career in the construction industry.