Senior Buyer-Groundworks

Carrowhugh Group Limited; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable groundwork contractor based in Hatfield is seeking a Senior Buyer to oversee procurement and management of plant machinery and materials for projects in London and Europe. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in buying roles within construction sectors, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company at a phase of growth, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Opportunities for growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a buying role within a Groundwork or Civil Engineering sub-contractor.
• Knowledge of current rates and operations in the South East region.
• Ability to work autonomously while managing various tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement and management of all plant within the business.
• Assist the purchasing department for multiple projects in London and Europe.
• Report directly to the directors of the business.

Skills

Procurement oversight

Construction knowledge

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Job description

Senior Buyer RC Frame and groundwork contractor

About the Company

Our client is a highly respected specialist groundwork contractor who have a proven ability to provide a high-quality service undertaking projects across London on programme and in budget. Many years of experience within this sector have led them to a high retention of loyal clients whom they deliver these works for safely and to the highest of standards. Based from their offices in Hatfield with an annual turnover of GBP30 million with considered plans in place to expand the business in the future with a tight-knit team who can grow and develop together moving forward, this is an opportunity to join a well-established business in an exciting phase of growth.

About the Opportunity

Based from our client s head office in Hatfield you will be tasked with assisting the team in the purchasing department that comprises a variety of plant machinery, materials etc servicing multiple projects in and around London and Europe. The successful professional will have a level of autonomy whilst reporting to the directors of the business and will be responsible for overseeing the procurement and management of all the plant within the business (from small tools to large plant).

About the Benefits and Rewards

The salary will be dependent on level of exposure to this industry, similar roles and experience on related projects. This company offers excellent opportunities and offers a strong competitive basic salary.

About the Requirements

Construction professionals will ideally have gained experience working for either a Groundwork or Civil Engineering sub-contractor in this or a similar role and preferably individuals will be able to show stability in previous roles. This opportunity requires extensive previous experience within a buying role whilst working with a rival contractor. Suitable professionals will also be based in or around the South East, to have an existing knowledge of the current rates and operations in this area as well as making the commute to the office realistic and sustainable. In addition to the day-to-day processes, our client is looking for a highly motivated individual who can hit the ground running dealing with various tasks on a daily basis with the variety of people involved. This role is crucial to the daily operations of the business so the right person must be brought on board