Buyer

Construction & Property Recruitment; Faifley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Company pension scheme

32 days annual leave

Job summary

Construction & Property Recruitment in Clydebank is seeking a hands-on Buyer to own procurement for a growing civil engineering and fencing contractor. This office-based role will see you manage sourcing, supplier relationships, and the transition of the PO system to QuickFiles.

You will work across civils and commercial fencing, lead negotiations for best value, and collaborate with site teams to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer in civil engineering, utilities or fencing sectors.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with digital purchasing/accounting systems (QuickFiles is a major plus, training provided).
• Excellent negotiation skills to secure best value without compromising quality or deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for materials, plant hire, and fencing supplies.
• Transition PO system from Excel to QuickFiles.
• Negotiate rates and manage supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with site teams and management to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Manage sub-contractor procurement for major projects.

Skills

Procurement

Buyer experience

Excel

Negotiation

Team collaboration

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

• 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