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Buyer
Job summary
A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Materials Buyer to join their team. The role involves sourcing high-quality materials for prestigious residential projects. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in materials buying within the UK construction industry. Competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000 depending on experience and strong career growth prospects are offered.
Benefits
Qualifications
- 3+ years experience in materials buying in high-end residential.
- Strong understanding of UK construction supply chains.
- Consistent employment history in UK construction industry.
Responsibilities
- Source and procure materials as per project requirements.
- Develop supplier relationships and negotiate terms.
- Monitor material lead times to ensure timely delivery.
Skills
Materials Buyer - High-End Residential Construction
Join a prestigious North London-based builder delivering exceptional residential projects ranging from £1M to £10M. With a reputation for craftsmanship, precision, and quality, they are expanding their commercial team and seeking a proactive Materials Buyer to play a key role in the delivery of some of the capital's most desirable homes.
As Materials Buyer, you'll be an integral part of the commercial team—working closely with Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, and Site Managers to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of high-quality materials. Your work will directly impact project timelines and budgets, helping to maintain the company's impeccable standard of delivery.
- Source and procure materials in line with project requirements and budgets
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships
- Monitor and manage material lead times to ensure site teams receive supplies on schedule
- Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to ensure best value
- Raise and manage purchase orders and track deliveries
- Work collaboratively with site teams to understand upcoming needs and resolve supply issues swiftly
- Maintain material schedules and assist in cost reporting
- Identify potential cost savings without compromising quality
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in a materials buying role, ideally in the high-end residential sector
- Strong understanding of UK construction supply chains and building materials
- A stable and consistent employment history within the UK construction industry
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Highly organised with an eye for detail and a proactive attitude
- Competitive salary from £35,000 to £45,000 (depending on experience)
- Opportunity to work on prestigious, design-led residential projects
- Supportive, experienced commercial team with a focus on collaboration and quality
- Career growth and progression in a well-regarded business
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