Buyer

Beechcroft Developments; Crowmarsh Gifford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property developer is seeking a Materials Buyer to manage procurement for multiple live sites. This role involves overseeing sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost control to ensure projects remain within budget and on schedule. The ideal candidate will have construction procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and a collaborative approach. Join a supportive team that values your expertise and offers a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive package of benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Background in construction procurement, ideally within residential development.
• Ability to balance quality, cost, and efficiency.
• Capability to manage multiple live developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement strategy, sourcing, and purchasing of materials.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor site spend and highlight cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Construction procurement

Supplier management

Budget oversight

Organisational skills

Tools

COINS or similar software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Materials Buyer

Location: Wallingford, Oxfordshire (with site visits across the South East)

Beechcroft Developments is an award-winning specialist in creating high-quality retirement communities. For over 40 years, we’ve been recognised for designing and building homes of outstanding character, winning multiple accolades for design, landscaping, and sustainability.

We’re now seeking an experienced Materials Buyer to join our Commercial team. This is a key role ensuring our developments remain on budget, on schedule, and true to Beechcroft’s commitment to quality.

About The Role

As Materials Buyer, you’ll take ownership of procurement across multiple live sites, managing material sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost control. You’ll play a vital part in making sure projects run smoothly and efficiently, supporting both our Build and Commercial teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Procurement Strategy – Managing the sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of construction materials and plant for 4–5 live developments.
• Supplier & Cost Management – Building strong relationships with suppliers, securing competitive pricing, quality, and reliable deliveries.
• Site Coordination – Working closely with project teams to align procurement with build programmes, preventing delays.
• Budget Oversight – Monitoring site spend, tracking variations, and highlighting cost-saving opportunities.
• Data & Compliance – Maintaining accurate procurement records, ensuring contracts are compliant, and that orders meet specification.
• Continuous Improvement – Identifying new suppliers, alternative materials, and more efficient ways of working.
  
  

About You

We’re looking for a commercially minded procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. As Materials Buyer, you will be:

• Experienced – With a background in construction procurement, ideally within residential development.
• Commercially aware – Able to balance quality, cost, and efficiency in purchasing decisions.
• Organised and detail-focused – Capable of managing multiple live developments and procurement schedules.
• A confident negotiator – Skilled at managing supplier performance and negotiating strong agreements.
• Digitally proficient – Experienced with procurement software (COINS or similar) and Microsoft Office.
• Collaborative and solutions-focused – A proactive communicator who works well across teams.
• Well-located – Residing within Berkshire, Hampshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, or Surrey.
  
  

Why Join Beechcroft?

At Beechcroft, we pride ourselves on being more than just a developer. As an award-winning, people-focused business with a strong reputation for quality and integrity, we offer more than simply a job – we offer the opportunity to contribute to something lasting.

By joining us, you’ll be part of a supportive commercial team within a collaborative operations environment, in a business that continues to grow and thrive.

You’ll play a direct role in creating projects that make a genuine difference to communities, while working in a culture where your expertise and input are valued. Alongside this, you’ll have access to a competitive package of benefits designed to support both your wellbeing and professional development.