Materials Buyer (Electrical Contractors)

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company, G W & E Wright Ltd, seeks a Materials Buyer for their Gloucester office. The role involves handling procurement tasks within the electrical industry, requiring proven experience, negotiation skills, and proficiency in Excel. Join a close-knit team focused on quality and impactful contribution!

Benefits

Company Pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical buying, accessories, lighting, distribution.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process daily material orders from electrical suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing for best value.
• Manage stock levels and conduct regular stock takes.

Skills

Strong numeracy skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Organization

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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Materials Buyer (Electrical Contractors), Gloucester

Client: G W & E Wright Ltd

Location: Gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

We're Hiring – Buyer/Procurement (Electrical) | Ashford, Kent

G W & E Wright Ltd is looking for a Buyer to join our established and growing team based in Ashford, Kent.

If you have experience in procurement within the electrical industry, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are skilled at managing multiple projects while delivering value – we want to hear from you!

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Processing daily material orders with our preferred electrical suppliers
• Coordinating with Electricians, Supervisors, and Contracts Managers
• Managing 2nd fix kits and sequencing call-offs
• Negotiating pricing to ensure best value from suppliers
• Recommending improvements and cost-saving measures
• Managing stock levels and conducting regular stock takes
• Overseeing invoice matching and returns

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Proven experience in electrical buying, including accessories, lighting, and distribution
• Strong numeracy and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Highly organized with attention to detail and a methodical approach
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and solve problems independently

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive – to be negotiated

• Company Pension

We’re a close-knit, driven team committed to quality. If you’re motivated, commercially minded, and ready to make an impact – apply now and help us build something great.

Apply today or message us directly for more information.

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