Materials Buyer

Fawkes and Reece; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction company is seeking a Buyer to oversee material procurement for new build housing developments. This role involves scheduling and purchasing, as well as maintaining supplier relationships. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in housing projects and strong numerical and commercial skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of material procurement within housing projects is essential.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Proven track record.

Responsibilities

• Provide scheme specific material budgets for site start budget process.
• Place bulk call off materials orders and adhoc purchase orders.
• Resolve supplier issues to ensure efficient delivery of materials.

Skills

Numeracy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Commercial acumen

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Company

The company are a growing business providing new build housing, working closely with local councils, housing associations and registered landlords delivering traditionally built, affordable developments across the North West. This is a great opportunity for an Assistant to step into a buyer position.

Reporting to the Commercial Director you will be responsible to take off from drawings, scheduling and purchasing for new build housing developments across the region. Duties and responsibilities include:

• Provide scheme specific material budgets for site start budget process
• Place bulk call off materials orders and adhoc purchase orders to meet the needs of the business
• Resolve supplier issues to ensure the efficient delivery of materials to site
• Support the implementation of strategic framework agreements
• Produce accurate material take offs and schedules in accordance with programme requirements
• Maintain completion up to date database of material schedules and costs for all house types (standard/RSL/Bespoke)
• Procurement of materials and placing orders ensuring delivery to site programmed delivery dates
• Actively contribute to enhancing regional profits
• Track material cost fluctuations/price increases and highlight any adjustments to the regional commercial team
• Keep detailed records and maintain a well-organised work schedule
• Prepare and contribute to cost reports in order to maximise efficiency's within the business
• Provide support to Accounts team to ensure prompt resolution of invoice queries / issues
• Contribute to the development of improved purchasing processes and procedures
• Participate and contribute to regular Supply Chain Team meetings and forums to communicate developments, share good practice and up skill our people
• Build excellent supplier relations
• Participate in establishing the business as an industry leader in Supply Chain Management

Skills and Experience required

• Previous experience of material procurement within housing projects is essential
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specification
• Ability to take-off materials and schedule
• Excellent level of numeracy and skilled in verbal and written comms
• High level of computer literacy in MS Office
• Commercial acumen
• Proven track record

To apply for the Buyer role, please contact Maisie at Fawkes and Reece for a confidential chat on 07887 610 937 or send a copy of your CV to [e-mail].