Construction Buyer

MCR Property Group; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Birthday day off

Dress-down Fridays

Eye test voucher

Annual leave increments

Job summary

MCR Property Group is seeking a Construction Buyer in Manchester to manage procurement for development projects, including pricing materials and plant at tender stage and supplying cost information to the project team.

The role requires strong numerical ability, negotiation skills, and experience in construction procurement. You will build supplier relationships, manage purchase orders and invoices, and help identify cost-saving opportunities across direct and indirect procurement.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction procurement.
• Strong numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Excellent stakeholder and supplier management.
• Solid negotiation and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Price materials and plant at tender stage for new projects.
• Source and manage reliable suppliers; build a robust vendor database.
• Place material purchase orders and manage related invoices with accounting.
• Support procurement queries and packages to identify cost savings.
• Contribute to process improvements in procurement systems and methods.
• Perform other duties as required by line manager.

Skills

Analytical

Negotiation

Commercial acumen

Time management

Prioritisation under pressure

Job description

Buyer – Construction division

Manchester

Permanent

Who are we?

MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong UK presence, operating from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow. Our primary focus is the delivery of new residential and industrial developments, alongside the management of a diverse portfolio that includes approximately 5,000 residential plots and commercial and industrial assets exceeding £2 billion in value.

We are entering an exciting phase of expansion and are looking for bright, personable, and self-driven individuals with a genuine passion for the property and construction sector. This is a fantastic time to join the business and become part of a team that is truly committed to growth, quality, and long-term success.

The requirement

We're currently seeking a Construction Buyer to join our Manchester office, specialising in construction procurement across our development projects. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a fast-paced and thriving business, offering genuine opportunities for growth and long-term career development. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with MCR Property Group and contribute to our mission of creating enduring value in the property market, we would love to hear from you.

In this role, you will be responsible for pricing materials and plant at tender stage for new projects and supplying accurate and competitive cost information to the wider project team. You will identify, source, and build strong working relationships with reliable suppliers, creating and maintaining a robust database of preferred vendors while ensuring key relationships are effectively managed. You will work closely with the accounting function to place material purchase orders and manage associated invoices, while also supporting other departments by assisting with procurement queries and packages to help identify potential cost savings. The role will involve both direct and indirect procurement, with opportunities to suggest and implement improvements to systems, processes, and overall efficiency. You will also be expected to undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.

About You

The successful candidate will be able to build and maintain productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and suppliers, and will be confident negotiating to secure the best possible pricing, payment terms, and rebates. You will be analytical and numerically strong, with proven problem-solving ability and a high level of commercial awareness. Strong time management skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritise workloads, meet targets, and perform effectively under pressure, including in time-sensitive or challenging situations. A keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy are critical, and previous experience within construction and facilities procurement would be highly desirable.

Benefits

MCR offers a competitive benefits package including

• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• increasing by one day for each completed year of service up to a maximum of 25 days
• your birthday off as an additional day's leave
• a relaxed dress-down policy on Fridays
• a free annual eye test voucher