Senior Buyer - Construction Materials & Sourcing Lead

Mackley; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction materials company is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement and supply chain processes effectively. Responsibilities include sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with quality and sustainability standards. The ideal candidate will hold an HNC and possess strong negotiation, data analysis, and reporting skills. This is a full-time position for a mid-senior level professional in the Hampshire area, offering a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Preferably HNC educated.

Responsibilities

• Source new and/or alternative materials & suppliers.
• Meet with supplier representatives and negotiate rates.
• Maintain regular communication with all internal departments, particularly Contracts & Estimating.
• Assist the Buyers in procuring materials, services, plant & equipment from procurement schedules.
• Produce cost/value reports & life cycle costs for Senior Management.

Skills

Negotiation

Data Analysis & Reporting

Material Specification

Compliance with QHSE legislation

Managing people

Understanding of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 45001:2018

FSC & PEFC timber chain of custody management systems

Education

HNC education

Tools

IT Microsoft Office skills - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Job description

A construction materials company is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement and supply chain processes effectively. Responsibilities include sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with quality and sustainability standards. The ideal candidate will hold an HNC and possess strong negotiation, data analysis, and reporting skills. This is a full-time position for a mid-senior level professional in the Hampshire area, offering a competitive salary.