Strategic Construction Buyer: Materials & Procurement

Barratt Redrow; Watford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Cover

Company Car or Cash Allowance

Annual Health Assessment

26 days holiday + 1 per 3 years

Flexible Benefits

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Barratt Redrow is recruiting for a Procurement/Commercial role focused on cost-effective building across sites. You will manage purchasing, cost control and supplier relations, ensuring materials meet specifications and budgets while supporting site operations.

The ideal candidate holds an NVQ Level 4+ with a CSCS card, strong numeracy, IT and communication skills, and the ability to work independently within a fast-moving environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4 or higher certification is required.
• Must carry a valid CSCS card.
• Numerate with attention to detail and data interpretation.
• Methodical, conscientious and well organised.
• Strong IT skills and ability to use company systems.
• Good communication to build internal and external relationships.
• Able to work on own initiative and meet budgets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all procurement duties and exercises.
• Be aware of new market materials to aid cost control.
• Schedule and place orders with suppliers to optimise cost and quality.
• Attend internal pre-start and team meetings as required.
• Check drawings for discrepancies and ensure material specs are met.
• Produce material cost schedules and budgets with cost codes.
• Provide site material accruals and quarterly valuations.
• Resolve invoice and supplier queries with Accounts.
• Raise office and Sales/Marketing orders as needed.

Skills

Numerate

Attention to detail

IT skills

Communication skills

Own initiative

organised

Education

NVQ Level 4 or higher

CSCS card

Job description

Barratt Redrow is recruiting for a Procurement/Commercial role focused on cost-effective building across sites. You will manage purchasing, cost control and supplier relations, ensuring materials meet specifications and budgets while supporting site operations.

The ideal candidate holds an NVQ Level 4+ with a CSCS card, strong numeracy, IT and communication skills, and the ability to work independently within a fast-moving environment.