Buyer

C&P Recruitment; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Car Allowance

Company Pension Scheme

32 days annual leave

Job summary

The client is seeking a Main Buyer to take full ownership of procurement for a growing civil engineering and fencing contractor in Clydebank. This is a full-time, office-based role where you will shape procurement processes from the ground up and become a key member of a close-knit team.

You will manage the entire purchasing function, sourcing materials, managing supply chains for civils and fencing, and negotiating best rates with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Buyer in civil engineering, utilities or fencing sectors.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with digital purchasing/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all procurement for materials, plant hire, and fencing supplies.
• Transition PO system from Excel to QuickFiles and streamline processes.
• Negotiate best rates and maintain relationships with suppliers and merchants.
• Collaborate with site teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Manage sub-contractor procurement for major projects.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Excel

Team player

Tools

Excel

QuickFiles

Job description

The Role

Ready to take full ownership of procurement for a growing, fast-paced civil engineering and fencing contractor?

Our client are a thriving contractor, delivering vital infrastructure projects across Scotland. Due to a significant increase in workload, looking to appoint a buyer on a full-time basis. This is an office-based role in Clydebank.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a brand-new role, shape our procurement processes from the ground up, and become a key player in our close-knit, lively team.

As Main Buyer, you will manage the entire purchasing function for the business.

Your daily focus will be sourcing materials and managing supply chains for our core sectors: civils (primarily access roads—no residential groundworks) and commercial fencing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all procurement for materials, plant hire, and fencing supplies across the business.
• Transition our PO system from Excel to QuickFiles, streamlining the process for the whole team.
• Negotiate best rates and build strong relationships with key suppliers and merchants.
• Collaborate closely with site teams and management to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Manage sub-contractor procurement, particularly for major projects.

About You

We are looking for a proactive, organized procurement professional who loves variety and isn't afraid to take charge of a system rollout.

Experience:

Proven track record as a Buyer within civil engineering, utilities or fencing sectors.

Tech-Savvy:

Strong Excel skills and experience implementing or using digital purchasing/accounting systems (QuickFiles experience is a major plus, but training will be given).

Commercially Minded:

Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to secure the best value without compromising on quality or deadlines.

Team Player:

Someone who thrives in a collaborative, communicative environment.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary: Up to £45,000 (depending on experience)
• Perks: Generous Car Allowance & Company Pension Scheme
• Time Off: 32 days annual leave
• Stability: A secure, full-time role in a financially robust turnover business.