Assistant Buyer - Luxury Bespoke Homes (Oxfordshire)

CPR Recruitment Ltd.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-end projects

Premium materials

Career progression

Training

Job summary

CPR Recruitment Ltd is recruiting an Assistant Buyer to join an established construction business delivering high-end bespoke residential projects across Oxfordshire. The role supports procurement, sourcing materials, finishes and subcontractor packages, and helps drive value and efficiency on each project.

We are seeking someone with experience in procurement within construction, strong supplier relations, good Excel skills and a proactive approach to managing orders, lead times and cost

Qualifications

• Experience in Assistant/Junior/Buying roles within procurement.
• Background in construction, residential property or housebuilding.
• Understanding of purchasing, quotations and orders.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good commercial awareness and supplier relationship ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement of materials, finishes and subcontractor packages.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations for pricing and value.
• Coordinate orders and deliveries with suppliers and internal teams.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders and cost records.
• Monitor lead times and delivery schedules to keep projects on track.
• Maintain supplier relationships, including premium materials and finishes.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and provide admin support.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier negotiations

Excel

Order management

Communication

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Job description

CPR Recruitment Ltd is recruiting an Assistant Buyer to join an established construction business delivering high-end bespoke residential projects across Oxfordshire. The role supports procurement, sourcing materials, finishes and subcontractor packages, and helps drive value and efficiency on each project.

We are seeking someone with experience in procurement within construction, strong supplier relations, good Excel skills and a proactive approach to managing orders, lead times and cost