Construction Procurement Paralegal (Hybrid)

Ardmore Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Greater London is seeking a Procurement Assistant to support sourcing construction materials. This hybrid role involves working closely with project teams to ensure timely delivery of materials while negotiating with suppliers for the best prices and quality. Success in this position requires strong negotiation skills, excellent relationship-building abilities, and experience in a buying role within construction. Benefits include competitive holidays, a pension scheme, and various discounts.

Benefits

25+ days holiday plus bank holidays

Competitive pension scheme

Paid professional membership fees

Generous staff referral scheme

Cycle to work scheme discounts

Retailer and gym discounts

Qualifications

• Great negotiation skills to drive successful supplier agreements.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning for material ordering across projects.
• Ensure timely ordering of materials while forecasting delays.
• Negotiate supplier agreements to achieve cost reductions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Building relationships

Organization

IT skills

Statistical analysis

Education

1 year of experience in a buying role within construction

Job description

A leading construction firm in Greater London is seeking a Procurement Assistant to support sourcing construction materials. This hybrid role involves working closely with project teams to ensure timely delivery of materials while negotiating with suppliers for the best prices and quality. Success in this position requires strong negotiation skills, excellent relationship-building abilities, and experience in a buying role within construction. Benefits include competitive holidays, a pension scheme, and various discounts.