Buyer - Construction

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction contractor near Basildon is seeking a Buyer to manage procurement for materials in drylining and facades. Candidates should have experience in construction procurement and strong negotiation skills with suppliers. The role offers a competitive salary of £30-35k, 22 days holiday, and a fast-paced work environment.

Benefits

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Christmas shutdown

Transport assistance due to location

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Buyer in facades, drylining, or similar construction.
• Confident negotiating with suppliers and managing multiple orders simultaneously.
• Good understanding of cost control and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement process for materials within drylining and facades.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers for competitive pricing.
• Raise and manage purchase orders using Planyard.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Construction procurement

Cost control

Organizational skills

Tools

Planyard

OnScreen

QuickBid

Job description

We're recruiting on behalf of a contractor within the facades and drylining sector who are looking for a Buyer to join their commercial team near Basildon. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid construction procurement experience who enjoys taking ownership of the full purchasing process and building strong supplier relationships.

Key Details

• Monday to Friday 08:00-17:00
• Salary dependant on experience level circa £30-35k
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown
• Transport needed due to company location

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the procurement process for materials within drylining and facades across multiple projects
• Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and terms
• Raising and managing purchase orders using Planyard software
• Coordinating deliveries to site, ensuring materials arrive on time and in line with programme requirements
• Maintaining supplier relationships and updating approved supplier lists
• Supporting cost saving initiatives and assisting with any delivery or quality issues

Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Buyer within facades, drylining, or a similar construction environment
• Confident negotiating with suppliers and managing multiple orders simultaneously
• Good understanding of cost control and budgeting within construction projects
• Proficient in procurement or project software, with Planyard, OnScreen, or QuickBid experience an advantage
• Excellent communication and organisation skills, with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

This is a great role for someone who enjoys working in a fast paced environment and wants to contribute to the success of high quality construction projects. For any questions please contact Helen @ Pure for more information.