Construction Buyer

Search Consultancy LTD; Dundee; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Dundee is seeking a proactive Construction Buyer to handle supplier relationships for materials and services. You will ensure procurement aligns with project timelines, costs, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction procurement and strong negotiation skills. This position offers a salary up to £50,000 depending on experience, and benefits including 32 days annual leave and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Additional day of leave every 5 years

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience buying materials and services for construction projects.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery.
• Strong understanding of budgets, cost control, and project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Procuring materials and services for construction sites.
• Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Liaising with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and compliance.
• Sourcing and onboarding new suppliers.
• Managing purchase orders and maintaining procurement records.
• Collaborating with internal teams including site managers and project leads.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Budget understanding

Cost control

Job description

Construction Buyer | Dundee

Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE
Hours: Mon - Fri
Work type: Office Based

Search is delighted to be partnering with a well-established construction company to recruit a talented and proactive Construction Buyer for their Dundee-based team.

You’ll be responsible for sourcing, negotiating and managing supplier relationships for construction materials and services. Your work will directly support project delivery and ensure procurement is aligned with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

What’s in it for you?

• 32 days annual leave
• Additional day of leave every 5 years of service
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking

Key Responsibilities

• Procuring materials and services for construction sites
• Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers
• Liaising with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and compliance
• Sourcing and onboarding new suppliers
• Managing purchase orders and maintaining procurement records
• Collaborating with internal teams including site managers and project leads

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience buying materials and services for construction projects
• Strong negotiation skills to secure competitive pricing and favourable terms
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery
• Strong understanding of budgets, cost control, and project timelines

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.