Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in Scotland is seeking a Buyer with 3-5 years of experience in procurement. You will source materials and negotiate with suppliers to ensure project needs are met efficiently. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of civil engineering materials are required for this position. The role offers an annual bonus and a standard working schedule.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to £1000

Standard working hours, 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of buying/purchasing experience within civil engineering, groundworks, or construction.
• Knowledge of civil engineering materials and plant hire management.
• Ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase civil engineering materials and plant hire for live projects.
• Negotiate with suppliers for pricing and delivery terms.
• Manage purchase orders and monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Purchasing experience in civil engineering

Negotiation skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Purchase order systems

Job description

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Our client are a civil engineering & groundworks contractor delivering a range of services throughout Central Scotland including but not limited to; earthworks, roads, sewers, substructures, concrete work, and hard & soft landscaping.

They are now looking to appoint a Buyer with around 3-5 years' experience to join their team. This role will focus on the procurement of civil engineering materials and plant hire, ensuring best value, timely delivery, and supporting project teams across live sites.

Firstly, what's in it for you?

• 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday
• Annual bonus up to £1000

Buyer - Civil Engineering

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase civil engineering materials and plant hire to support live projects across multiple sites.
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Manage plant hire agreements, off-hires, and extensions, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Assist with material take-offs in collaboration with site teams and estimators where required.
• Raise and manage purchase orders accurately using company systems.
• Monitor supplier performance, deliveries, and service levels to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Liaise with site managers and contracts managers to confirm requirements and resolve delivery or supply issues proactively.
• Track and report on purchasing activity to support project cost control and forecasting.
• Support company compliance processes and maintain accurate records of transactions.

Buyer - Civil Engineering

Requirements

• 3-5 years of buying/purchasing experience within civil engineering, groundworks, or construction.
• Knowledge of plant hire management and civil engineering materials (aggregates, concrete, drainage, fencing, etc.).
• Confident using Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and purchase order systems.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively within a fast-paced environment.

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