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Senior Buyer & Supply Chain Lead - Roofing & Cladding

Ascencis

Devon and Torbay

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 55,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading roofing and cladding contractor is seeking a Buyer - Roofing & Cladding to join their Exeter team. The role involves managing project buying processes and supplier relationships to ensure timely procurement of materials and services. The ideal candidate will possess proven procurement experience within construction, a strong supply chain mindset, and the ability to negotiate effectively. This position offers the chance to contribute to a reputable firm committed to high standards and collaborative work.

Benefits

Annual leave of 24 days + bank holidays
Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

  • Proven buyer/procurement experience in live construction projects.
  • Commercially sharp with supplier terms and project exposure.
  • Comfortable managing long-lead items.
  • Organised and calm under pressure.
  • Clear communicator with internal teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

  • Support and develop ownership of project buying from instruction to delivery.
  • Build and manage procurement plans for projects.
  • Work closely with Contracts to mitigate procurement risks.
  • Align buying with Estimating and Design.
  • Manage supplier relationships and maintain credible alternatives.

Skills

Procurement experience in construction projects
Strong supply chain mindset
Commercial understanding of margin and cashflow
Confident with specs and drawings
Negotiation skills

Tools

Microsoft 365
Job description
A leading roofing and cladding contractor is seeking a Buyer - Roofing & Cladding to join their Exeter team. The role involves managing project buying processes and supplier relationships to ensure timely procurement of materials and services. The ideal candidate will possess proven procurement experience within construction, a strong supply chain mindset, and the ability to negotiate effectively. This position offers the chance to contribute to a reputable firm committed to high standards and collaborative work.
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