Construction Materials Buyer | Cost-Savvy Procurement Pro

Barratt Developments PLC; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Cover - Single Cover

Annual Medical Health Assessment

26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day)

Job summary

Barratt Developments PLC is seeking a procurement-focused professional to manage material purchasing on up to two sites. You will prepare procurement duties, place orders with suppliers, and ensure cost-effective, quality materials while attending site meetings and supporting budgets.

The role requires NVQ Level 4 or higher and a valid CSCS card, with strong numeracy, IT skills, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4 or higher required.
• Must carry a valid CSCS card.
• Numerate with attention to detail and ability to interpret data for budgeting.
• Methodical, conscientious and well organised.
• Strong IT skills and ability to work with company systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare procurement duties and exercises.
• Schedule and place material and plant orders with suppliers to optimise cost and quality.
• Attend internal pre-start meetings and team meetings.
• Check drawings for discrepancies and ensure material specs are correct.
• Produce material cost schedules, budgets and cost codes.
• Raise office, Sales and Marketing orders and manage site material accruals.
• Compile quarterly material valuations for surveyor meetings.
• Resolve invoice queries with Accounts and carry out on-site material checks.

Skills

Numerate with attention to detail

Strong IT skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work on your own initiative

Organised

CSCS card

Education

NVQ Level 4 or higher

Job description

Barratt Developments PLC is seeking a procurement-focused professional to manage material purchasing on up to two sites. You will prepare procurement duties, place orders with suppliers, and ensure cost-effective, quality materials while attending site meetings and supporting budgets.

The role requires NVQ Level 4 or higher and a valid CSCS card, with strong numeracy, IT skills, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid working environment.