Senior Buyer

Bodhi Solutions Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent, full-time

Impact on project delivery

Varied role

Supplier relationships development

Job summary

Bodhi Solutions Construction & Facilities Maintenance is seeking a proactive Buyer to join our team. You will source and procure materials, obtain quotations and ensure timely delivery aligned with project requirements.

The role focuses on cost control, supplier relationships and efficient purchasing processes to keep projects running smoothly. Previous buying experience in construction or facilities maintenance is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in buying, purchasing or procurement roles.
• Experience sourcing materials, products or services for construction or facilities maintenance.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Good IT skills including Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure construction materials, equipment, tools and services aligned with project needs.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations for competitive pricing and value.
• Negotiate prices, delivery schedules and supplier terms where appropriate.
• Build and maintain strong supplier and subcontractor relationships.
• Process purchase orders accurately and timely.
• Monitor order progress and chase deliveries to meet requirements.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams and accounts to establish purchasing needs.
• Identify alternative suppliers and cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information.
• Assist with resolving supplier issues including delays, incorrect orders and quality concerns.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company procedures and approval limits.

Skills

Procurement experience

Sourcing materials

Negotiation

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Cost control

Independent worker

Cost awareness

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Bodhi Solutions Construction & Facilities Maintenance

Location: Bolton
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

Bodhi Solutions is looking for an organised, proactive and commercially minded Buyer to join our team. Working within our construction and facilities maintenance business, you will be responsible for sourcing materials, obtaining competitive quotations and ensuring that materials, products and services are procured efficiently and delivered in line with project requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchasing or buying experience who understands the importance of cost control, supplier relationships and keeping projects running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure construction materials, equipment, tools and services in line with project requirements.

• Obtain and compare supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing and value for money.

• Negotiate prices, delivery schedules and supplier terms where appropriate.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.

• Process purchase orders accurately and ensure orders are placed in a timely manner.

• Monitor order progress and chase deliveries to ensure materials arrive when required.

• Liaise with project managers, site teams, operations and accounts to establish purchasing requirements.

• Identify alternative suppliers and cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information and order documentation.

• Assist with resolving supplier issues, including delivery delays, incorrect orders and quality concerns.

• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company procedures and approval limits.

About You

We are looking for someone who is commercially aware, well organised and confident managing multiple purchasing requirements in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a buying, purchasing or procurement role.

• Experience sourcing materials, products or services, ideally within construction, building maintenance or a related industry.

• Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills.

• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and confidence maintaining accurate records.

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and cost control.

• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues across the business.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Permanent, full-time employment.

• The opportunity to contribute directly to project delivery and business performance.

• A varied role within a growing construction and facilities maintenance business.

• The opportunity to develop supplier relationships and improve purchasing processes.