Stock Controller jobs in Italy

Salary: £35,000 – £38,000 per annum (Depending on Proven Experience)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm (37.5 hours per week)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Office-based Near Saxmundham (with occasional travel as required)

On behalf of our client, we are recruiting an experienced Building Materials Buyer to join a forward-thinking business that supports members across agricultural and rural sectors.

This is more than just a buying role — it’s an opportunity to shape a specialist portfolio, build long-term supplier relationships, and directly contribute to the value offered to members. You’ll play a key role in delivering cost-effective, high-quality building materials while providing trusted, impartial advice that makes a real difference.

As the Building Materials Buyer, your role will span four key areas: commercial development, member support, administration and quality, and general team collaboration.

• Identify new commercial opportunities and products to expand the building materials offering.
• Grow volume, turnover, and the surplus returned to members.
• Support supplier negotiations to secure the most competitive pricing and terms.
• Develop strong, mutually beneficial relationships with both new and existing suppliers.
• Monitor product trends and innovations to keep the business and its members ahead of the curve.
• Promote collaboration with other departments to cross-sell related products and services.

• Manage daily purchasing enquiries from members across all building materials categories.
• Provide accurate, unbiased product advice tailored to individual member needs.
• Keep members informed about new or alternative products and market developments.
• Ensure all enquiries are handled efficiently and professionally, meeting or exceeding expectations.
• Design and deliver offers that are fit for purpose and aligned with member requirements.
• Support strategic planning for the building materials category alongside the Head of Department.
• Attend member events and site visits as needed (occasionally outside standard hours).

• Accurately process and track member orders from initial enquiry through to invoicing.
• Maintain comprehensive records of supplier transactions, pricing, and meetings.
• Resolve order or invoice queries promptly in line with internal procedures.
• Contribute to monthly reporting and member communications.
• Uphold quality standards and elevate any concerns to the relevant teams.

• Support colleagues across departments
• Maintain a professional and proactive approach, both in the office and when representing the business externally.
• Participate in team meetings, internal discussions, and supplier visits.Identify opportunities for personal development and training.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive working environment.

• Proven experience in procurement or buying — ideally within the construction or building materials sector.
• Solid knowledge of construction materials, supplier networks, and market pricing.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate favourable terms and build trusted supplier relationships.

• Highly organised and detail oriented.
• Excellent communicator — confident in handling enquiries, negotiating, and influencing.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical thinking.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with a hands‑on, positive approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy under pressure.

• £35,000 – £38,000 salary(Depending on Proven Experience)
• Hybrid working – up to 2 days per week from home (After 6 months probationary period has been completed)
• 7% non‑contributory pension
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
• Healthcare cash plan
• Life insurance – 4x salary
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced maternity & paternity benefit
• Income protection for long‑term illness
• Interest‑free personal loan (up to £5,000)
• Eye test and glasses contribution (up to £100)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid company social events, birthday leave & volunteer days

If you’re looking for a role where you can use your procurement skills to make a tangible difference — while enjoying excellent benefits and being part of a collaborative, supportive team — this could be the perfect next step.

To find out more or to put yourself forward, please contact Katie Dobson at Select Recruitment.