Strategic Construction Buyer - Materials & Negotiations

Newstaff; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Progression opportunities

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Job summary

Newstaff Employment Services is seeking an experienced construction Buyer to join our client’s team. You will manage procurement for materials and services, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency across projects.

You will negotiate with suppliers, analyse market trends, and collaborate with project managers to define material needs while maintaining accurate records. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, with a salary of £40,000 to £55,000 per year depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist in construction.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Understanding of construction materials, pricing, and procurement processes.
• Proficient in using procurement software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision making.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing process for construction materials, tools, and services.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers; negotiate terms and pricing.
• Monitor market trends and supplier performance to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers to determine material needs and specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to project sites to maintain schedules.
• Conduct regular reviews of procurement policies and practices to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Resolve any procurement-related issues or discrepancies.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organisational

Data-driven

Independent work

Teamwork

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Newstaff Employment Services is seeking an experienced construction Buyer to join our client’s team. You will manage procurement for materials and services, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency across projects.

You will negotiate with suppliers, analyse market trends, and collaborate with project managers to define material needs while maintaining accurate records. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, with a salary of £40,000 to £55,000 per year depending on experience.