Buyer

JRL Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Borehamwood is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their in-house Buying team. The role involves assisting with the procurement of materials for major construction projects. Candidates should have construction experience and strong organizational skills. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Training provided

Qualifications

• Experience in the construction sector is required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills for managing materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement of materials for construction projects.
• Produce monthly budget control reports.
• Schedule materials and complete requisitions.

Skills

Construction experience

Time management

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Buyer

Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire

The JRL Group encompasses 14+ divisions delivering bespoke solutions for the most complex construction projects nationally. Over two decades the JRL Group has grown from a company specialising in sub and superstructure packages to a business that offers managed integrated construction solutions, with an annual turnover in excess of over GBP600m.

Must have construction experience working for different secotrs

An amazing opportunity for an ambitious Buyer has arisen within our well-established in-house Buying team.

Role & Responsibilities

Reporting directly into the Procurement Director, the Buyer will have the opportunity to assist the Senior Buyers with the procurement of materials for a variety of trades involved in major commercial and residential schemes.

Duties will include:

• Procuring materials within budgets on time to progress works on site.
• Producing monthly budgetary control reports on all materials purchased for each site.
• Scheduling of materials and completion of requisitions.
• Ensuring all materials are purchased on time, to specification and at the best price available.
• General administrative duties.
• Resolving disputes and account queries between suppliers and the company.
• The ability to work to strict deadlines.
• The ability to contribute positively to a team as well as being self motivated and to be able to work on their own initiative.
• Able to accept criticism and work well under pressure.
• Able to carry out basic tasks on a computer & Excel.
• Ensuring all documentation meets formal requirements and required standards.
• Sorting, storing and retrieving electronic and hard copy documents on behalf of the team.

Training will be provided.