Buyer

First Recruitment Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Benefits package

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Job summary

First Recruitment Group is seeking a Buyer based in Preston to support major civil engineering and infrastructure projects. You will source construction materials, negotiate with suppliers, and raise purchase orders to ensure timely delivery across the North West.

A minimum of five years in a materials purchasing role within civil engineering is preferred, with strong supplier relationships and a proven ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimise supply chains.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Buyer/Procurement role.
• Minimum 5 years purchasing materials in civil engineering/infrastructure sectors.
• Strong supplier relationship and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Procure construction materials including aggregates and concrete products.
• Obtain quotations and negotiate pricing/terms with suppliers.
• Raise purchase orders and manage procurement from enquiry to delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply chain issues.
• Support supplier evaluation, selection and performance management.
• Forecast demand and understand material requirements with project teams.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier data.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier relations

Cost savings

Stakeholder mgmt

MS Office

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

Play a key role in delivering major infrastructure and environmental projects by securing the materials that keep them moving.

Our client has a requirement for Buyers, who will be required to work on a permanent basis in Preston, with travel across the North West, UK.

Role Purpose:

• Support procurement activities across major civil engineering, infrastructure, water and environmental projects.


• Source and purchase construction materials in line with project requirements and procurement strategies.


• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, value and reliable delivery.


• Identify opportunities for cost savings and supply chain improvements.


• Work closely with project teams to ensure materials are available to meet programme requirements and delivery schedules.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Procure construction materials including aggregates, reinforced concrete products, steel sheet piling and other civil engineering materials.


• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers.


• Raise purchase orders and manage procurement activities from enquiry through to delivery.


• Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply chain issues.


• Support supplier evaluation, selection and performance management.


• Work closely with commercial, operational and project teams to understand material requirements and forecast demand.


• Maintain accurate procurement records, reporting and supplier data.


• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.


• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and reduce costs.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a Buyer, Procurement or Purchasing role.


• Minimum 5 years' experience purchasing materials within the civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, water, environmental or construction sectors.


• Strong understanding of construction materials and associated supply chains.


• Experience procuring materials such as aggregates, reinforced concrete products, steel sheet piling and related civil engineering products.


• Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers and manage commercial agreements.


• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project-based procurement environments.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.


• Competent with Microsoft Office and procurement systems.


• Full UK driving licence is desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.


• Car allowance.


• Comprehensive company benefits package.


• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, water and environmental projects.


• Professional development and career progression opportunities.


• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why ou