Strategic Construction Buyer - Hybrid Role

Randstad Cpe London; Coalville; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction sector employer is seeking a Buyer with deep construction industry expertise. The role focuses on managing procurement for major projects, achieving cost savings, and nurturing supplier relationships. Candidates should have over 7 years of procurement experience with notable skills in negotiation and technical knowledge of construction. A competitive salary of 45k/year plus benefits is offered, with potential for hybrid work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Over 7 years’ experience in procurement, with at least 3 in construction.
• Record of delivering cost savings and value creation.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction products.
• High proficiency in supplier negotiations.
• Experience managing junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement lifecycle for materials and plant.
• Implement project-specific procurement strategies.
• Negotiate supplier rates and long-term agreements.
• Develop best-value sourcing principles.
• Mentor junior procurement team members.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Negotiation skills

Financial skills

Analytical skills

Mentoring experience

Construction industry knowledge

Supplier relationship management

Education

Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management

CIPS qualification

Tools

COINS ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading construction sector employer is seeking a Buyer with deep construction industry expertise. The role focuses on managing procurement for major projects, achieving cost savings, and nurturing supplier relationships. Candidates should have over 7 years of procurement experience with notable skills in negotiation and technical knowledge of construction. A competitive salary of 45k/year plus benefits is offered, with potential for hybrid work.