Construction Assistant Buyer: Procure, Negotiate & Deliver

PPM Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PPM Recruitment is seeking an Assistant Buyer for a permanent role in York. You will support the procurement team across construction projects, helping with materials, subcontractors and services to keep projects on time and within budget.

Working closely with the Buyer and commercial team, you will help with enquiries, purchase orders and supplier negotiation, while maintaining records and monitoring market prices for cost savings.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing/procurement within construction is desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with buyers and quantity surveyors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement of materials, plant, subcontractors and services.
• Obtain and compare quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and issue enquiries and purchase orders.
• Assist with negotiating favourable prices and terms.
• Maintain procurement records and supplier information.
• Monitor orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Build relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support procurement activity across projects.

Job description

PPM Recruitment is seeking an Assistant Buyer for a permanent role in York. You will support the procurement team across construction projects, helping with materials, subcontractors and services to keep projects on time and within budget.

Working closely with the Buyer and commercial team, you will help with enquiries, purchase orders and supplier negotiation, while maintaining records and monitoring market prices for cost savings.