Assistant / Junior Buyer

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected recruitment agency is seeking an ambitious Assistant / Junior Buyer in Maidstone, Kent. This role involves supporting the procurement function for construction projects, building relationships with suppliers, and ensuring efficient procurement processes. Ideal candidates will have previous buying experience, strong organizational skills, and a desire to develop within a supportive team environment. Competitive salary between £27,500 - £30,000, with valuable career development opportunities.

Benefits

Training and career development opportunities

Long-term role with progression prospects

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous buying experience is essential, preferably in the construction sector.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are necessary.
• Ability to work independently and build supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement across live construction projects.
• Assist with sourcing materials and negotiating with suppliers.
• Raise and process purchase orders and maintain procurement records.

Skills

Buying experience

Organizational skills

Confident communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement software

Job description

Overview

Assistant / Junior Buyer - Regional Main Contractor
Maidstone, Kent
£27,500 - £30,000 + Benefits

At Hill McGlynn, we are pleased to be working with a well-established and respected regional main contractor to recruit an ambitious and proactive Assistant / Junior Buyer to join their procurement team in Maidstone. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous buying experience—ideally in the construction sector—who is looking to build a long-term career with a forward-thinking, growing business.

The Role

As Assistant / Junior Buyer, you will support the procurement function across a range of live construction projects, assisting with the sourcing of materials, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement. You\'ll work closely with site teams, project managers, and senior buyers to ensure projects are well resourced and running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the procurement of construction materials, plant, and equipment
• Liaising with suppliers to obtain best pricing and availability
• Raising and processing purchase orders
• Maintaining and updating procurement records and databases
• Supporting senior procurement staff with tender analysis and supplier negotiations
• Working independently on smaller packages and supplier relationships as you develop

About You

• Previous buying experience is essential (construction sector experience is highly desirable)
• Background in working for either a main contractor or a specialist subcontractor preferred
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to build supplier relationships
• Able to work independently and use your initiative to solve problems
• Motivated and keen to progress within a supportive team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ideally familiar with procurement software

What\’s on Offer

• Salary of £27,500 - £30,000, depending on experience
• Training and career development opportunities
• Long-term role with genuine progression prospects
• A supportive and friendly team within a reputable regional contractor
• Convenient Maidstone location with projects across Kent and the South East

Interested in developing your career in construction buying? Apply today by submitting your up to date CV