Buyer

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Henfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm is seeking a Buyer to join its procurement team in Henfield, West Sussex. This role involves obtaining competitive quotations, placing orders, and managing supplier performance. Ideal candidates have purchasing experience in construction or civil engineering. The position offers a salary of up to £30,000 along with 25 days holiday, pension matching, and additional benefits including private healthcare. A full UK driving license is required, while a purchasing qualification is desirable.

Benefits

25 Days holiday + BH

Pension up to 10% match

Private healthcare

Annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Purchasing or Buying role, ideally within construction or civil engineering.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to analyse data and produce clear cost and procurement reports.

Responsibilities

• Obtain competitive quotations for materials and services.
• Raise purchase orders and expedite deliveries.
• Maintain supplier performance records.

Skills

Proven experience in a Purchasing or Buying role

Strong time management and organisational skills

Ability to analyse data

Good understanding of material specifications

Working knowledge of QHSE legislation

Familiarity with ISO management systems

Experience using EVision and Procore

Full UK driving licence

Education

Purchasing qualification

Tools

EVision

Procore

Job description

Buyer

Location: Henfield, West Sussex
Salary: up to £30,000

A well-established civil engineering and construction contractor is seeking a Buyer to join its procurement team based in Henfield, West Sussex.

This role is ideal for a Buyer with experience in construction or engineering procurement who enjoys a fast-paced environment, working closely with Estimating, Commercial, and Site Teams. The Buyer will be responsible for obtaining competitive quotations, placing orders, managing supplier performance, and supporting the wider procurement function to deliver best value across multiple projects.

Buyer Salary & Benefits

• Salary – up to £30,000
• 25 Days holiday + BH
• Pension up to 10% match
• Private healthcare and Phone
• Annual discretionary bonus

Buyer Key Responsibilities

• Obtain competitive quotations for materials, plant, and services
• Raise purchase orders and expedite deliveries to meet programme requirements
• Maintain supplier performance records and the approved supplier list
• Support QHSE with supplier audits and compliance checks
• Liaise closely with Contracts, Estimating, and Project Teams
• Issue material enquiries in line with project plans, specifications, and drawings
• Collate, analyse, and compare quotations for tenders and live contracts
• Provide cost advice and support to Estimators during tender stages
• Extract material requirements from tender and procurement information
• Assist the Senior Buyer with cost analysis, reporting, and scheduling
• Arrange transfer of materials and plant between sites and head office as required
• Identify efficiencies, consolidate purchases, and drive cost savings
• Provide cover for the Senior Buyer during periods of absence
• Distribute purchase orders and procurement information to sites and stakeholders
• Support the training and development of team members, including apprentices

Buyer Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Purchasing or Buying role, ideally within construction or civil engineering
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Ability to analyse data and produce clear cost and procurement reports
• Good understanding of material specifications and procurement processes
• Working knowledge of QHSE legislation and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems
• Understanding of FSC and PEFC chain of custody management systems
• Experience using EVision and Procore (or similar procurement / project systems)
• Purchasing qualification (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence or suitable travel arrangements
• Sustainability awareness (desirable)