Procurement Assistant

Confidential; Oxford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, a family-run main contractor in Oxfordshire, is looking for a Procurement Assistant to support sourcing materials for high-end residential projects. You will work closely with directors and site teams to ensure timely deliveries and quality finishes.

You will gain exposure to bespoke finishes and specialist materials, advancing your procurement career as the business grows. The role offers direct daily contact with decision-makers and opportunities to develop professional

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, purchasing or materials sourcing, ideally within construction.
• Understanding of construction materials, finishes and supplier markets.
• Appreciation for quality and bespoke specifications in high-end residential projects.
• Strong communication, organisation and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing materials for high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects.
• Identifying suitable suppliers and obtaining competitive quotations.
• Sourcing bespoke materials, specialist products and high-quality finishes to meet project specifications.
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, site teams and company directors.
• Monitoring orders, deliveries and lead times to ensure materials arrive when required.
• Maintaining strong supplier relationships and identifying opportunities to improve value without compromising quality.
• Supporting the wider team with day-to-day procurement and purchasing activities.

Skills

Procurement

Purchasing

Materials sourcing

Construction materials

Supplier management

Negotiation

Job description

We are working with a well-established, family-run main contractor based in Oxfordshire, specialising in high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects for private clients. Due to continued business growth, they are looking to recruit a Procurement Assistant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in procurement or purchasing who understands that, within high-end residential construction, sourcing the right materials is about more than just price. You will play an important role in sourcing quality products, bespoke finishes and specialist materials that meet the expectations of discerning private clients.

Working closely with the company directors on a daily basis, you will gain valuable insight into the business and its projects, with the opportunity to develop your skills and progress as the company continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing materials for high-end residential new-build and refurbishment projects.
• Identifying suitable suppliers and obtaining competitive quotations.
• Sourcing bespoke materials, specialist products and high-quality finishes to meet project specifications.
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, site teams and company directors.
• Monitoring orders, deliveries and lead times to ensure materials arrive when required.
• Maintaining strong supplier relationships and identifying opportunities to improve value without compromising quality.
• Supporting the wider team with day-to-day procurement and purchasing activities.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing or materials sourcing, ideally within construction.
• An understanding of construction materials, finishes and supplier markets.
• An appreciation for quality, attention to detail and the importance of bespoke specifications within high-end residential projects.
• Strong communication, organisation and negotiation skills.
• A proactive approach, with the confidence to liaise directly with company directors and suppliers.
• A desire to learn, develop and build a long-term career within a growing business.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to join a respected, family-run construction business.
• Exposure to prestigious, high-end residential projects across Oxfordshire.
• Direct daily contact with company directors and decision-makers.
• Genuine opportunities for career development and progression as the business grows.
• A varied role where quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail are valued.