Job Description
️ Freelance Opportunity - Buyer (Temporary Contract) | Northampton Office\n\nPosition: Buyer (Freelance / Temporary)\nLocation: Northampton (Office-based)\nContract Type: Freelance / Temporary (initial 16-week contract)\nWorking Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch break)\nRate: Competitive day rate (dependent on experience)Start Date: ASAP\n\nA leading residential developer is seeking a skilled Buyer to provide temporary support to their Buying Team in Northampton. This freelance opportunity has arisen due to recent system changes, requiring additional resources to maintain operational continuity.\n\n🔍 Role Overview:\n\nWorking closely with the Senior and Chief Buyer, you'll be responsible for ensuring timely procurement and delivery of materials to construction sites, and supporting the build process of high-quality homes.\n\n🛠️ Key Responsibilities:\n\nProcess material orders and ensure accuracy\nSchedule deliveries to site in line with build requirements\nCommunicate with suppliers via phone and email\nRespond to site queries regarding deliveries and orders\nSupport tender processes including analysis and bulk order creation\nAssist other Buyers with workload as needed\nMaintain and update pricing on bulk orders\n✅ Ideal Candidate Profile:\n\nPrevious experience in a Buying role within the housebuilding sector (preferred)\nStrong general IT skills\nExcellent communication and customer service skills\nTeam-oriented and adaptable to changing priorities\nAble to hit the ground running with minimal supervision\n🎁 What's on Offer:\n\nFlexible freelance arrangement\nCompetitive day rate\nOpportunity to work with a well-established team\nPotential for contract extension depending on business needs\nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.\nIf this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.\n\nHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)