Buyer

Linear Recruitment Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional construction company in Chesterfield is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement for construction projects. The ideal candidate will handle materials sourcing, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure project profitability. Responsibilities include liaising with stakeholders and minimizing waste. Experience in construction procurement is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement for construction or civils projects.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers.
• Ability to manage budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of materials for construction projects.
• Ensure profitability by sourcing materials cost-effectively.
• Liaise with stakeholders effectively during project phases.

Job description

One of our clients is looking for a buyer to join their team in Chesterfield A regional construction company with some ambitious but very realistic growth plans. The role will be but not limited to the following

• Procurement of all materials required for Civils/ construction projects to ensure they are provided on time and within allocated budgets.
• Ensuring the profitability of contracts by purchasing or sourcing of all Plant and materials in a cost-effective manner.
• Sourcing of appropriate and adequate Plant and materials
• Negotiation with Suppliers to agree payment terms, resolve invoice queries and to reduce Plant and materials costs where possible with fixed price rates across a wide range of products.
• Making best use of any surplus materials across projects to reduce waste, avoid damage and reduce costs to the projects.
• Liaison with Stakeholders at all levels to ensure all procurement aspects of the Construction Projects are dealt with efficiently and effectively, through Tender stages, Construction Phases and Handover to Client.
• Ad-hoc Administration and office duties.

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