Construction Buying/Procurement Administrator

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Job summary

A recruitment provider seeks a Construction Buying/Procurement Administrator for their client in the construction industry. The role involves detailed procurement tasks in a supportive environment based in Essex, requiring 5 years of experience and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in procurement/buying.
• Experience within the construction industry or a similar field.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing supplier quotes and creating cost comparison spreadsheets.
• Processing and placing orders, updating the procurement system.
• Checking invoices against purchase orders for accuracy.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Job description

Construction Buying/Procurement Administrator

Our client works predominantly within the construction industry, supplying housing projects across the UK & Europe. They are based in Laindon, Essex, and have a positive work environment within their modern offices. We are seeking a candidate with previous experience in the construction industry or a similar field, and experience in procurement/buying.

The successful candidate will have a keen eye for detail and a passion for procurement/buying. They will work alongside the purchasing team to ensure smooth operations and efficient material sourcing.

Responsibilities include:

• Analyzing supplier quotes and creating cost comparison spreadsheets
• Processing and placing orders, updating the procurement system
• Assisting with H & S documentation, including COSHH reports
• Checking invoices against purchase orders for accuracy
• Managing supplier communication and chasing deliveries
• Handling site requests for additional or replacement materials

Applicants should have at least five years of experience in procurement/buying, strong numerical and analytical skills, and be highly organized with excellent attention to detail.

Hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 8.30 am to 5 pm, and Friday, 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. This is an office-based role; remote working is not available.

Talent Acquisition Bureau is a recruitment provider working on behalf of its client.