Buyer

Thorn Baker Construction; Adlington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction is seeking a capable Construction Buyer to support a growing pipeline of residential and mixed-use developments across Greater Manchester. You will procure materials, plant and subcontract packages while ensuring projects stay on programme and within budget.

Key responsibilities include negotiating pricing and terms, managing supplier relationships, monitoring costs and lead times, and coordinating timely deliveries to meet programmes.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction procurement or buying.
• Residential or housebuilding experience preferred.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Commercially aware with strong organisational abilities.
• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Procuring materials, plant and subcontract packages for developments.
• Negotiating pricing, terms and supplier agreements.
• Managing supplier relationships and performance.
• Monitoring costs, lead times and market trends.
• Supporting commercial teams with cost control and reporting.
• Coordinating deliveries to meet project programmes.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cost control

Organisational skills

Multi-project management

Job description

Construction Buyer | Residential & Mixed-Use Developments

Greater Manchester

An ambitious property developer is looking for an experienced Buyer to support a growing pipeline of residential and mixed-use projects across Greater Manchester.

You'll be responsible for procuring materials, plant, and subcontract packages, ensuring developments remain on programme and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Procuring materials, plant, and subcontract packages
• Negotiating pricing, terms, and supplier agreements
• Managing supplier relationships and performance
• Monitoring costs, lead times, and market trends
• Supporting commercial teams with cost control and reporting
• Coordinating deliveries to meet project programmes

About You

• Previous construction buying experience
• Residential or housebuilding experience preferred
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Commercially aware with excellent organisational skills
• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• High-quality residential and mixed-use projects
• Career progression within a growing developer
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive, delivery-focused culture