Procurement Buyer - Civil & Groundworks (AI Tools & Training)

Daniel Owen Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

AI-assisted procurement tech

Career progression

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd in Warrington is seeking a skilled Buyer to join our Civils & Groundworks team. You will source and procure construction materials, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure projects are supplied cost-effectively to keep site operations on track.

Training on aggregate and plant procurement is provided, with a salary up to £50,000 per year and clear opportunities for progression within a growing business. This role suits an experienced construction purchaser looking to develop further.

Qualifications

• Previous buying or procurement experience within construction
• Strong knowledge of construction materials
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• IT proficient with strong Microsoft Office skills
• Comfortable working with procurement software and digital systems
• Positive attitude towards technology and AI-assisted processes
• Willingness to learn new systems and ways of working
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Procuring construction materials for ongoing projects
• Obtaining quotations and negotiating best value with suppliers
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships
• Managing purchase orders and delivery schedules
• Monitoring material costs and market trends
• Supporting site teams with procurement requirements (training provided)
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and reporting

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability to AI

Learning mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement software

Digital systems

Job description

Daniel Owen Ltd in Warrington is seeking a skilled Buyer to join our Civils & Groundworks team. You will source and procure construction materials, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure projects are supplied cost-effectively to keep site operations on track.

Training on aggregate and plant procurement is provided, with a salary up to £50,000 per year and clear opportunities for progression within a growing business. This role suits an experienced construction purchaser looking to develop further.