Buyer

Contract Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Construction Buyer or an Assistant Buyer ready to step up. This full-time, permanent role in Livingston offers the chance to join a reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work. You will play a key role in the commercial team, responsible for procuring materials and managing supplier relationships. With a supportive team culture and opportunities for growth, this position allows you to make a significant impact in a vital area of the business. If you're ready for a new challenge in the construction sector, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team culture

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Experience in a Buying or Assistant Buying role within the construction sector.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Procuring materials and plant to support live projects.
• Managing supplier relationships and negotiating best value deals.
• Coordinating deliveries to ensure on-time supply to sites.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiation

Market Trend Analysis

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Experience in Buying or Assistant Buying role

Understanding of Construction Sector

Job description

Buyer Construction
Livingston Full-Time, Permanent Construction Industry

Looking for a move?

We re working with a well-established contractor based in Livingston that s looking to bring an experienced Construction Buyer into their team or an Assistant Buyer ready to step up.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing, reputable business with a strong pipeline of work and a team that genuinely values what procurement brings to project delivery.

About the Role

You ll play a key part in the commercial team, responsible for procuring materials and plant in line with programme and budget needs. It s a role where you ll work closely with site teams, build supplier relationships, and help keep projects moving smoothly.

What You'll Be Doing

• Procuring materials and plant to support live projects
• Managing supplier relationships and negotiating best value deals
• Coordinating deliveries to ensure on-time supply to sites
• Supporting site managers and commercial staff with procurement needs
• Monitoring market trends and pricing to inform buying strategy

What You'll Need

• Experience in a Buying or Assistant Buying role within the construction sector
• A solid understanding of procurement, plant hire, and materials supply
• Good communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Confidence working with both site and office teams
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

What s on Offer

• A stable, full-time permanent role with a respected and growing contractor
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Supportive team culture with space to grow and develop
• A chance to make a real impact in a key area of the business

If you're a Buyer or Assistant Buyer ready for a new challenge in construction, this could be the right move for you.

Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.