Junior Buyer/Administrator

TN United Kingdom; Clayton-le-Moors; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in luxury holiday lodge manufacturing seeks a Junior Buyer/Administrator to manage procurement and provide administrative support. This hybrid role requires strong communication and IT skills, with opportunities for career progression and professional development. Join a collaborative team dedicated to innovation and quality in bespoke lodge projects.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Incentive schemes tied to performance

Ongoing training opportunities

28 days of holiday per year

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven buying experience in construction or similar sector.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• High level of IT literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement responsibilities and provide administrative support.
• Source and order construction materials and services.
• Assist with data entry, document management, and filing systems.

Skills

Communication

IT Literacy

Multitasking

Numeracy

Negotiation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Clayton-le-Moors, United Kingdom

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Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

Job Description:

Your Retreats is a luxury holiday lodge manufacturer based in Accrington. Backed by recent VC funding from our first seed round, we are rapidly expanding and looking for top-tier candidates to join our growing team. Our mission is to deliver exceptional, design-led lodges while creating a dynamic, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

We are seeking a Junior Construction Buyer to manage procurement responsibilities while also providing vital administrative support across various departments, including Finance, Production, After Sales, and HR. This hybrid role is ideal for someone highly organised, proactive, and adaptable, who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Requirements

• Proven buying experience within the construction industry or similar sector.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• High level of IT literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong multitasking and time-management abilities.
• High level of numeracy and keen attention to detail.
• Experience in negotiating with suppliers and service providers.
• A proactive approach to work and willingness to support where needed across the business.

Procurement Duties:

• Take off material requirements from drawings in coordination with the Production Manager and Sales Team.
• Source and order construction materials, plant, and services to align with build programs.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality and reliability.
• Resolve production and supplier issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Verify and authorise subcontractor and supplier invoices.
• Negotiate pricing and terms to achieve best value for the business.

Administrative Support Duties:

• Provide general administrative assistance across departments, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Assist with data entry, document management, and filing systems.
• Support the Finance team with invoice processing, record keeping, and reconciliations.
• Help the Sales and HR departments with scheduling, onboarding documentation, and internal communications.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries as requested by senior management.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal queries, helping coordinate cross-departmental activities.

Benefits:

• Join a fast-growing, forward-thinking company leading the way in bespoke luxury lodge manufacturing.
• Work in a positive, collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Clear pathways for career progression and personal development.
• Incentive schemes and rewards tied to individual and team performance.
• Ongoing training opportunities to support your professional growth and skill development.
• A creative team culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving.
• Involvement in distinctive, high-end lodge projects that set us apart in the industry.
• 28 days of holiday per year, including bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme to help you plan for the future.
• A genuinely enjoyable place to work—with a supportive, friendly, and close-knit team.
• Salary: Up to £28,000, depending on experience and qualifications.