Senior Buyer - Residential Developer

O'Neill & Brennan; North Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable residential developer in the Northern Home Counties seeks a Senior Buyer to oversee material procurement for residential projects. The role involves collaborating with internal teams and managing supplier relationships to ensure efficient procurement. Candidates should have a strong background in residential construction and excellent negotiation skills. This position offers a competitive daily rate and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Opportunity to work on prestigious residential schemes

Long-term career prospects

Supportive team environment and clear progression path

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Buyer within residential construction or housebuilding.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, material sourcing, and supply chain management.
• Previous experience with a residential developer or housebuilder is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conducting take-offs and scheduling of materials and packages from drawings.
• Managing procurement processes, including issuing enquiries and placing orders.
• Negotiating terms with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve best value.
• Liaising with design teams to manage design changes.
• Maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and timely delivery.
• Supporting the commercial team with cost reporting and forecasting.
• Identifying alternative suppliers and materials to improve cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Procurement processes understanding

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Buyer – Residential Developer – Northern Home Counties

A reputable and well-established residential developer is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their team on a contract basis. This position offers the chance to be part of a growing business delivering a diverse portfolio of high-quality residential developments, including both low-rise and high-rise schemes, with project values ranging from £10m to £75m.

The Role

Position : Buyer

Location : Surrey (office-based, 5 days per week)

Rate / Salary : £300–£375 per day

This is a key role within the commercial team, requiring close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure efficient and cost-effective material procurement across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting take-offs and scheduling of materials and packages from drawings and specifications
• Managing procurement processes, including issuing enquiries, tender analysis, and placing orders
• Negotiating terms with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve best value
• Liaising with design teams to manage design changes and update material schedules accordingly
• Maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability, quality, and timely delivery
• Supporting the commercial team with cost reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Identifying alternative suppliers and materials to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Buyer within residential construction or housebuilding
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, material sourcing, and supply chain management
• Confident negotiator with strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Previous experience with a residential developer or housebuilder is highly desirable

Projects

• High- and low-rise residential developments
• Mixed-use regeneration schemes
• Traditional housing

Details

• Duration : Ongoing / Temp-to-Perm / Permanent
• Start Date : ASAP

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate
• Opportunity to work on prestigious residential schemes
• Long-term career prospects within an established business
• Supportive team environment and clear progression path

If you’re interested in this position or would like to discuss other Buyer opportunities, please contact Gareth Jeffrey on (phone number removed), or send your CV via email (url removed)

All applications are handled in the strictest confidence. You will be contacted before your CV is shared with any client.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.