Buyer

We Are Footprint; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

We Are Footprint is recruiting a Buyer to join our established team in the construction industry. You will procure materials and specialist products, build strong supplier relationships, and manage purchase orders to keep projects on track.

The role requires prior buying experience in construction, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a commercially aware mindset with excellent organisational abilities. A long-term, permanent opportunity awaits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Buyer within the construction industry is essential.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with excellent organisational skills.
• Experience within joinery, interiors or fit-out would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Procure construction materials and specialist products.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Negotiate prices and manage purchase orders.
• Work closely with commercial and project teams.
• Ensure materials are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier relations

Communication

Organization

Job description

Buyer / Senior Buyer

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established specialist contractor for an experienced Buyer to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous buying or procurement experience within the construction industry to join a successful business delivering high-quality projects across the commercial, hospitality, retail and leisure sectors.

The Role

• Procure construction materials and specialist products.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Negotiate prices and manage purchase orders.
• Work closely with commercial and project teams.
• Ensure materials are delivered on time and within budget.

About You

• Previous experience as a Buyer within the construction industry is essential.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with excellent organisational skills.
• Experience within joinery, interiors or fit-out would be advantageous.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Long-term, permanent opportunity.