Construction Buyer

MCR Property; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days' annual leave + holidays

Birthday day off

Dress-down Fridays

Free eye test voucher

Job summary

MCR Property Group in Manchester is seeking a Construction Buyer to lead procurement across development projects, pricing materials and plant at tender stage, and providing accurate cost information to the project team.

You will build strong supplier relationships, manage a preferred vendor database, handle purchase orders and invoices with the accounting function, and contribute to cost-saving initiatives and system improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and relationship-building capabilities.
• Analytical and numerically strong with good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritise under pressure.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Pricing materials and plant at tender stage for new projects.
• Source, evaluate and maintain relationships with reliable suppliers; build a robust vendor database.
• Place material purchase orders and manage associated invoices with the accounting function.
• Suggest and implement improvements to procurement systems and processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Time management

Attention to detail

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.

In return, 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, and a free annual eye test voucher