Assistant Buyer Groundworks & Civil Engineering

Assistant Buyer

Groundworks and Civil Engineering

£28k - £35k plus package

Standing out for their high-quality delivery on site, this residential groundworks company are subcontractors to PLC housebuilders including Redrow, Persimmon and Miller Homes. Building on decades of success, they are enjoying a period of strategic growth and are therefore expanding their buying team.

What's in it for you?

1. Laid-back culture, with private ownership and a low-pressure environment
2. Growing sustainably, they're expanding through repeat business with their loyal clients entering new regions, providing opportunities for career advancement
3. Clear pathway for continued progression to Buyer and beyond
4. No blame culture
5. Job security through high levels of repeat business

As a Assistant Buyer you'll be…

1. Using your excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills to build relationships and manage suppliers, negotiate prices and place orders
2. Managing the day-to-day project procurement of materials
3. Liaising with the on-site teams to source the most cost-effective materials, of the highest quality
4. Monitoring the performance, quality, prices and development of suppliers
5. Ensuring health and safety compliance
6. Identifying new potential suppliers and products
7. Preparing quotations and proposals
8. Attending team meetings and site visits
9. Preparing and maintaining cost reports to maximise efficiency

Must haves…

1. Knowledge of aggregates, asphalt, concrete and drainage purchasing, either through a buying role or experience at a merchants
2. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers and the site teams

Apply now,
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