Buyer - Materials/Plant

RG Setsquare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned construction company in the West Yorkshire area is looking for a Buyer to join their team. The role involves sourcing and purchasing construction materials, negotiating pricing, and collaborating with site managers. Previous experience in plant and materials buying within the construction industry is essential. This position offers long-term career development in a friendly and fast-paced environment on exciting projects.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Plant and Materials buying within the construction industry.
• Good knowledge of procurement processes.
• Ability to collaborate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Negotiate pricing and manage vendor relationships.
• Monitor inventory and ensure stock availability.
• Collaborate with Site and Project managers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of pricing in the construction industry

Ability to work to deadlines

Job description

We are working with a renowned construction company in the West Yorkshire area who have an opportunity for a Buyer to join their business. The role is office based and the individual will have previous experience of Plant and Materials buying within the construction industry.

Role/Duties/Responsibilities

• Source and purchase construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Negotiate pricing and manage vendor relationships.
• Monitor inventory and ensure stock availability.
• Collaborate with Site and Project managers to ensure procurement meets project deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and expenditures.
• Work with suppliers and plant hire organisations
• good knowledge of pricing withing the construction industry
• excellent organisational skills
• ability to work to deadlines
• Assisting commercial team with pricing schedules

The company can provide long term career development, the opportunity to work within a friendly and fast paced environment on interesting construction projects.

This role is an integral one to the business and they would like someone who can add value and develop with the business.

Could you be looking for a new career opportunity please apply to Jack Birks at RGSetquare.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.