Senior Buyer

Caralex Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Materials Buyer for a housebuilder in Berkshire. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing cost-effective building materials, managing supplier relations, and ensuring timely deliveries while collaborating with Site Managers. Experience in similar roles within residential projects is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Buyer for a housebuilder or for a contractor on residential projects.
• Familiar with take-offs, budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Research cost effective building materials and liaise with suppliers.
• Order the correct quality and quantity to arrive on site at the right time.
• Work with Site Managers to develop good relationships for material adjustments.

Skills

Experience as a Buyer for a housebuilder

Familiar with take-offs

Understanding of budgets

Scheduling

Job description

Overview

Caralex Recruitment Limited has been asked to recruit a Senior Materials Buyer for a leading housebuilder based in Berkshire.

Responsibilities

• Research cost effective building materials and liaise with suppliers
• Order the correct quality and quantity to arrive on site at the right time
• Work with Site Managers to develop a good working relationship with them so there can be sensible adjustments with materials and timings for the good of the business

Qualifications

• Experience as a Buyer for a housebuilder or for a contractor on residential projects
• Familiar with take-offs, budgets and schedules