Senior Buyer

Vistry Group; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Senior Buyer to oversee procurement and cost management for projects in Brentwood. The role involves managing an Assistant Buyer, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with budgets and specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a background in construction purchasing. Join a company committed to integrity and quality in building homes and communities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Company car or travel allowance

Up to 33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Life assurance at 4x your salary

Employee rewards portal

Qualifications

• Experience in a buying role for a contractor or residential developer.
• Knowledge of building regulations and legal obligations.

Responsibilities

• Managing and developing the Assistant Buyer.
• Negotiating prices and preparing cost reports.
• Monitoring material and plant procurement, delivery, and costs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Budget management

Education

GCSEs A-C including English and Math

Degree or HNC/HND in Construction

Tools

COINS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join our team within Vistry East London, at our Brentwood office. As our Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting related to materials supply and plant for construction projects in your region. Working closely with the Commercial team, you will oversee the performance of the sites under your control.

What’s in it for you…

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance, or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• 2 Volunteering days per year
• Private medical insurance (employee paid)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life assurance at 4x your salary
• Share save and incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal and more benefits

What we expect from you…

• Align with our values: Integrity, Caring, and Quality
• At least 5 GCSEs A-C, including English and Math
• Experience working in a buying role for a contractor or residential developer
• Knowledge of building regulations and legal obligations
• Understanding of construction methods and materials
• Familiarity with construction standards, environmental and sustainability standards
• Strong mathematical and IT skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Analytical skills and commercial acumen
• Budget management experience
• Negotiation and networking skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and accept feedback
• Teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to go above and beyond when needed

Desirable qualifications include a degree or HNC/HND in Construction, membership of relevant professional bodies, and experience with COINS software.

Role responsibilities include…

• Managing and developing the Assistant Buyer
• Leading pre-start meetings and health & safety presentations
• Supporting innovation and new product research
• Assisting with sales specifications and procurement processes
• Negotiating prices and preparing cost reports
• Monitoring material and plant procurement, delivery, and costs
• Reading and interpreting drawings for material scheduling
• Ensuring compliance with budgets, specifications, and procurement policies
• Monitoring supplier performance and conducting regular reviews
• Managing stock levels, lead times, and material databases
• Overseeing tender processes and subcontractor performance

About us…

We build more than homes; we’re shaping Vistry. As a responsible, award-winning developer, we uphold values of integrity, caring, and quality. Our brands include Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, and Countryside Homes. We are committed to sustainability, partnership-led development, and employee excellence. Join us in making Vistry a better place to live and work.

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