Buyer

Frontline Construction Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction SME is looking for an experienced Buyer to ensure materials, plant, and services are sourced cost-effectively and delivered on time. The role requires strong negotiation skills, a good understanding of construction materials, and the ability to maintain supplier relationships. This position offers a competitive salary, a supportive team culture, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Buyer in construction or a related field is essential.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities are required.
• Good knowledge of construction materials and supply chains is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and procuring construction materials, plant, and services.
• Negotiating with suppliers to secure best prices and terms.
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of construction materials

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Our client is growing construction SME with a reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the UK. They have a diverse portfolio ranging from residential/commercial/fit-out/passive fire and electrical projects. They are looking to strengthen their team with the addition of an experienced and proactive Buyer.

The Role

As the Buyer, you will play a key role in ensuring that materials, plant, and services are sourced at the best value, delivered on time, and in line with project requirements.

Working closely with their estimators, project/site managers, commercial managers, and supply chain, you ll help keep projects running smoothly while driving cost efficiency at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing and procuring construction materials, plant, and construction services.
• Negotiating with suppliers to secure best prices, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Preparing and issuing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Monitoring stock levels and coordinating just-in-time deliveries to site.
• Supporting tendering and estimating teams with material costings.
• Managing supplier performance, resolving issues, and maintaining records.
• Supporting sustainability and ethical sourcing initiatives.

About You

• Previous experience as a Buyer, ideally within construction or a related industry.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of construction materials and supply chains.
• Highly organised, with attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• A proactive problem-solver with a commercial mindset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to develop within a growing SME.
• Supportive team culture with real responsibility and progression opportunities.
• The chance to make a direct impact on the success of our projects.