Strategic Assistant Buyer – Construction Materials & Ethics

First Military Recruitment; Walsall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Buyer in Walsall to manage procurement of construction materials and services. The successful candidate will need relevant industry experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a keen focus on supplier relationships. This position offers competitive salary and benefits including a company pension, life assurance, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Life assurance

Private medical

Profit share scheme

25 days of annual leave

Volunteering leave

Employee assistance programme

Flexible benefits

Company vehicle allowance

Leadership training

Career progression support

Continuous service awards

Qualifications

• Relevant experience ideally in rail or construction/engineering industry.
• Ability to establish long-term supplier relationships.
• Competence in controlling and monitoring budgets.

Responsibilities

• Procuring construction materials and related services.
• Carrying out supplier selection and negotiating prices.
• Identifying market trends and product developments.

Skills

Relevant experience in a similar role

Experienced negotiator

Demonstrable commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Computer literacy with Microsoft Office

Ability to cope in a fast-paced environment

Decision-making using initiative

Education

CIPS qualification or working towards

Relevant degree or equivalent/QBE

Tools

In-house purchasing systems

Job description

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Buyer in Walsall to manage procurement of construction materials and services. The successful candidate will need relevant industry experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a keen focus on supplier relationships. This position offers competitive salary and benefits including a company pension, life assurance, and development opportunities.