Construction Materials Buyer / Office Manager

Edge Careers; Hanley Castle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a permanent Construction Buyer / Office Manager in the Worcester region. The role involves managing procurement processes, developing strategies, and coordinating with site management for material deliveries. Candidates must have experience in purchasing construction materials such as concrete and drainage. This role offers an opportunity to integrate into a proactive team within the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in the construction industry preferred.
• Minimum 1 year in purchasing/buying role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement process for construction projects.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies.
• Coordinate material deliveries with site management.

Skills

Procurement strategy development

Material and procurement tracking

Negotiation skills

Excellent communication

Organisation and multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

My client is currently seeking a permanent Construction Buyer / Office Manager, based in the Worcester region. As a Construction Buyer, you will collaborate closely with project site teams and the procurement department to conduct essential take offs and tender preparations for material supply to ongoing sites. The role is split 70/30, with 30% dedicated to Office Manager duties. All applicants MUST have knowledge / previous experience of purchasing construction materials, namely Concrete, Aggregate and Drainage / Pipework.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Construction Buyer / Office Manager to join the team, responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process across a range of construction projects. The role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies, preparing accurate material schedules and quantity take-offs, and issuing enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors. The successful candidate will analyse quotations, negotiate competitive prices, and place timely orders for materials and plant, ensuring alignment with project programmes. Close coordination with the commercial team is essential to support the preparation of working budgets and ongoing cost analysis, with a focus on identifying cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions. The Construction Buyer / Office Manager will liaise closely with site management to coordinate material deliveries, monitor usage, and address any losses or damages to reduce waste and excess expenditure. This role also involves maintaining a comprehensive purchasing information system, managing a supply chain database and approved contractor list, and producing accurate reports on plant hire and procurement performance. A strong commitment to Health & Safety compliance, continuous improvement initiatives, and effective communication across teams is vital for success in this role.

Key Duties

• Procurement strategy development and implementation.
• Create material lists for each project.
• Work closely with the commercial team to prepare the working budget.
• Liaise with Site Management to co-ordinate material deliveries to enable construction work to proceed to agreed programme.
• Cost analysis of projects and identification of cost engineering solutions.
• Material and procurement tracking.
• Negotiate prices for new and existing materials.

Essential skills

• Methodical approach to work.
• Proven experience in a procurement role.
• Strong organisation with the ability to multitask efficiently.
• High level of professional integrity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work well with others.
• IT literate, able to use Windows, Microsoft Excel, and Word. Able to navigate new software.

Requirements

• 2 year minimum in the construction industry (preferred).
• 1 year minimum in purchasing/buying role (preferred).