Trainee/Assistant Buyer

Gap Construction; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Stevenage is seeking a Trainee/Assistant Buyer to join their commercial team. The role offers an opportunity to develop your career in construction while working alongside experienced colleagues. Ideal candidates will have some practical knowledge of buying procedures and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and structured training are provided.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and benefits package

Structured training to develop skills

Supportive office environment

Qualifications

• Some practical knowledge of buying procedures.
• Ability to communicate with department colleagues proactively.
• Good IT and communication skills.
• The ability to work to tight deadlines, under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Join a successful commercial team in high-quality construction.
• Contribute to shaping the landscape of construction.
• Forge a career within a reputable company.

Skills

Practical knowledge of buying procedures

Communication with colleagues

Good IT skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Trainee/Assistant Buyer - Main Contractor

Stevenage

25,000

An outstanding organisation at the cutting edge of high-quality construction are currently seeking an ambitious and motivated Trainee/Assistant Buyer to join their growing team.

You will be part of a successful commercial team who are helping to shape the landscape of construction throughout the home counties and into London.

This would suit someone who is looking to get their foot in the door with a reputable company and forge a career for themselves within construction.

Ideal requirements for the role will include:

• Some practical knowledge of buying procedures.
• Ability to communicate with department colleagues proactively
• Good IT and communication skills.
• The ability to work to tight deadlines, under pressure.

In return we can offer:

• A well organised and resourced office facility with colleague support.
• Competitive Salary and benefits package.
• Structured training to develop skills.
• The opportunity to work within a busy productive department and to share in the rewards that success brings.

Why would you work for this Company?

• Family orientated Main Contractor with an excellent reputation
• Large order book lined up for 2025/26
• Very low turn-over in staff

Apply

Please apply today or call Martin at gap construction.

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