Senior Buyer – Major Infrastructure Delivery (Hybrid)

Vantage Recruitment; Ashurst Bridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Buyer for a major infrastructure delivery programme within the water sector. The role involves full responsibility for supply chain management, procurement of materials, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has strong subcontractor management experience and a background in construction or engineering. Excellent benefits and career progression opportunities are offered, with a competitive salary up to £65,000.

Benefits

Hybrid working and flexible arrangements

Opportunity on high-impact capital works

Influence over procurement strategy

Clear path to career progression

Competitive salary

Responsibilities

• End-to-end supply chain management for civil engineering and M&E projects.
• Lead procurement of materials and subcontractor packages.
• Mentor junior buyers and optimize procurement processes.

Skills

End-to-end supply chain experience

Strong background in subcontractor management

Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor

Sector knowledge in construction or engineering

Commercial awareness and negotiating skills

Proficiency in procurement or ERP systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Tools

IFS

DocuSign

Job description

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Buyer for a major infrastructure delivery programme within the water sector. The role involves full responsibility for supply chain management, procurement of materials, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has strong subcontractor management experience and a background in construction or engineering. Excellent benefits and career progression opportunities are offered, with a competitive salary up to £65,000.