Strategic Construction Buyer & Supplier Partnerships

YTL UK

Taunton

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution up to 20%
28 days holiday (plus extensions)
Holiday buy/sell options
Healthcare package
Life assurance
Electric car salary sacrifice
Employee discounts
Volunteering day
Wellbeing platform
Mental health support
Referral bonus

Job summary

YTL UK is seeking a Buyer for its Construction division to coordinate with project teams, sites and logistics to ensure timely availability of goods and services for AMP8 delivery. You will source, negotiate, and manage supplier relationships, while monitoring performance and driving continuous improvement.

The role requires travel between offices, sites and suppliers; a driving licence is essential. You will be analytical, detail-oriented and capable of communicating requirements clearly to

Qualifications

  • Experience as a Buyer in civil/general construction or mechanical/electrical.
  • Driving licence and willingness to travel between offices, sites and suppliers.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to communicate business requirements clearly to suppliers and contractors.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with project teams, sites and logistics to prioritise requirements.
  • Source goods and services to meet daily purchasing demands with best value.
  • Place orders correctly and call off from framework agreements.
  • Maintain supplier agreements and monitor performance.
  • Develop supplier partnerships and provide reporting opportunities.

Skills

Sourcing
Supplier management
Negotiation
Communication
Driving licence
Analytical skills
Project coordination

Education

CIPS in progress

Tools

Jaggaer
COINS

Job description

YTL UK is seeking a Buyer for its Construction division to coordinate with project teams, sites and logistics to ensure timely availability of goods and services for AMP8 delivery. You will source, negotiate, and manage supplier relationships, while monitoring performance and driving continuous improvement.

The role requires travel between offices, sites and suppliers; a driving licence is essential. You will be analytical, detail-oriented and capable of communicating requirements clearly to

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