Procurement Buyer

Fawkes & Reece; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm in Surrey is looking for a Procurement Buyer to expertly manage supplier relationships and drive value throughout the project lifecycle. This full-time position necessitates collaborative work with estimating, commercial, and project delivery teams. Candidates must possess robust experience in subcontractor management within the construction sector. Responsibilities include end-to-end supply chain management and problem resolution to optimize contractor performance. Excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of construction trades are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing supplier relationships, especially with subcontractors and manufacturers in construction.
• Excellent product range knowledge relevant to the construction industry.
• Strong communication skills, capable of managing queries professionally and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end subcontract supply chain processes.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors.
• Address subcontract queries through effective communications.
• Collaborate with estimating teams for project requirements.
• Evaluate subcontractors based on quality and reliability.

Job description

Procurement Buyer Role

5 days a week in Surrey

Full-time, permanent role

Reporting into the Head of Procurement the procurement buyer role is an integral and key role, working closely with estimating, commercial, and project delivery teams to maintain strong supplier relationships and drive value throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will be experienced ideally holding relationships with subcontractors and manufacturers across key construction trades with excellent product range knowledge with the ability to influence and manage externally and internally for the betterment of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end subcontract supply chain, from pre-tender stage to formal SC appraisal, tendering of works, contract award and post contract performance reviews
• Build, maintain and grow relationships with new and existing sub-contractors
• Manage and respond to site communications (email and calls) regarding SC queries in a professional collaborative time efficient manner
• Early engagement with estimating team to proactively support function
• Work collaboratively with estimating, commercial and construction teams to understand project requirements including any budgetary constraints
• Evaluate and select sub-contractors based on quality, cost, performance, and reliability
• Resolve any issues related to subcontract supply chain, such as delays, quality concerns, or material stockouts
• Analyse cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to reduce waste and optimise sub-contractor performance
• Provide regular updates on subcontract activities
• Resolve any disputes or issues with sub-contractors to maintain smooth project operations
• Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of specifications and expectations of the company
• Attend sites frequently to review, record and report sub-contractor performance

If you're interested and have the right experience, then please reach out to Paige Camies at the Fawkes & Reece office.