Oxford Materials Buyer — Flexible Work, Construction

Bigblue UK; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the Oxford region is seeking an experienced Buyer (Materials) to manage procurement for exciting projects. You will negotiate with suppliers and ensure quality and value for money. The ideal candidate has strong commercial skills and experience in construction materials. This role offers a competitive salary of £50K–£60K, along with flexible working arrangements and a people-first culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Investment in training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a procurement or buyer role within construction or related industry.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills required.
• Knowledge of supply-chain logistics and lead times is essential.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate materials and services for projects.
• Manage procurement for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Analyze procurement metrics and provide reports to management.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Understanding of construction materials

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Job description

A leading construction firm in the Oxford region is seeking an experienced Buyer (Materials) to manage procurement for exciting projects. You will negotiate with suppliers and ensure quality and value for money. The ideal candidate has strong commercial skills and experience in construction materials. This role offers a competitive salary of £50K–£60K, along with flexible working arrangements and a people-first culture.