Assistant / Junior Buyer

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

Job summary

A respected regional contractor in Maidstone seeks an Assistant / Junior Buyer to join their procurement team. The role involves assisting in the procurement of construction materials and liaising with suppliers. Candidates should have buying experience, ideally within the construction sector, and strong organizational skills. This position offers a salary of £27,500 – £30,000 and opportunities for training and career development.

Benefits

Training and career development opportunities

Long-term role with progression prospects

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous buying experience is essential, ideally in construction.
• Confident communicator with strong supplier relationship skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the procurement of construction materials.
• Liaise with suppliers for pricing and availability.
• Raise and process purchase orders.

Skills

Buying experience

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Overview

Assistant / Junior Buyer – Regional Main Contractor

For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.

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.

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