Buyer

Trapeze Recruitment Services Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Buyer responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials for balcony and architectural metalwork projects. The ideal candidate should have procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and must hold a UK driving license. This office-based role requires monitoring supply levels and ensuring timely delivery of materials. The company is relocating to Canterbury in early 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement preferable, but construction experience considered.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills needed.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities required.
• Knowledge of market trends and supplier networks beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers.
• Manage procurement of various products including mild steel and aluminium.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast procurement needs.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Proficiency in procurement software

Knowledge of market trends

Teamwork

UK driving license

Job description

Job Summary

As a Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials and products related to balcony and architectural metalwork projects. You will work closely with suppliers and ensure timely delivery of material. Your role is crucial in maintaining the standards and efficiency of the projects.

This is an office-based role. Due to the location of this client, you must be able to drive. You will work Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm. Please note, this company will be relocating to Canterbury in Feb/March 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for balcony and architectural materials.
• Managing the procurement of various products - mild steel stock and processed materials (laser cut/folding etc), aluminium stock and processed materials (laser cut/folding etc) and glass and glazed balustrade products.
• Sourcing various project specific items.
• Negotiate pricing, and fixed rate terms with suppliers to secure the best deals.
• Manage and maintain relationships with existing suppliers.
• Coordinate between internal departments and be an single point of contract.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to meet project deadlines.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast future procurement needs.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier performance.
• Managing goods-in, checking deliveries for completeness, and dealing with returns/defects.

Requirements

• Experience in procurement would be preferable however other experience within construction will be considered.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of market trends and supplier networks in the architectural sector beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must hold a UK driving license.
• Must be physically fit.

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