Construction Buyer

Pertemps; Stockport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Construction Buyer to join their Commercial team in Greater Manchester. This role involves managing procurement processes, negotiating with suppliers, and influencing procurement strategies to support clean energy initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering tenders and a strong understanding of procurement legislation. Attractive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Car or car allowance

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong experience delivering tenders in a complex commercial setting.
• Understanding of relevant procurement legislation.
• Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Category Manager in delivering the category strategy.
• Execute tenders, renewals, and commercial interventions.
• Negotiate with suppliers on pricing and contract extensions.

Skills

CIPS qualification or working towards it

Experience delivering tenders

Negotiation skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Education

CIPS qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to be part of a team driving the UK’s journey to net zero? We’re working with an organisation playing a pivotal role in delivering clean, sustainable energy solutions across the North West. They are investing in innovation and infrastructure to support regional decarbonisation and future energy needs — and they’re looking for a Buyer to join their Commercial team in Greater Manchester.

About the Role

As a Construction Buyer, you will lead on short-term sourcing events and full end-to-end tenders within your allocated category. You'll work with internal stakeholders to define specifications and evaluation criteria, manage procurement milestones, and ensure compliance with internal and external governance requirements.

This is a fantastic opportunity to influence procurement strategy, manage supplier relationships, and support innovation through commercial excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Category Manager in delivering the category strategy
• Execute tenders, renewals, and commercial interventions
• Influence internal stakeholders on procurement strategy, risk, and innovation
• Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, performance, and contract extensions
• Champion procurement best practice across the business
• Foster supplier relationships aligned with company values
• Support wider commercial and procurement functions as needed

What We’re Looking For

• CIPS qualification or working towards it (desirable)
• Strong experience delivering tenders in a complex commercial setting
• Understanding of relevant procurement legislation
• Proven commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communicator with excellent attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence

What’s On Offer

• £45,000 - £55,000 (Negotiable)
• Annual bonus scheme
• Car or car allowance
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service)
• Private healthcare
• Employee rewards and discount portal
• Industry-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Professional development opportunities

This organisation is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments to support your application, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Interested?

Apply now via Procurement People to join a team that’s powering a cleaner, greener future.