Senior Materials Buyer
Location: Preston
Salary/Package: 55,000 - 65,000 DOE + Car Allowance
About the Company
A well-established and highly respected civil engineering and groundworks contractor delivering projects across the North West and wider UK. Operating for several decades, the business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery across infrastructure, residential, commercial, and reinforced concrete projects.
The company is known for its collaborative culture, long-standing workforce, and commitment to delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
The Role
As Senior Materials Buyer, you will play a key role within the procurement team, taking responsibility for the sourcing and purchasing of materials across multiple civils and groundwork projects. You will work closely with commercial, operational, and supply chain teams to ensure materials are procured competitively, delivered on time, and aligned with project requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced buyer looking to join a stable and growing contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the region.
Responsibilities
* Procuring materials in line with project programmes and budgets
* Managing supplier relationships and negotiating competitive rates
* Monitoring market trends and identifying cost-saving opportunities
* Working closely with site teams and commercial departments to ensure material availability
* Raising purchase orders and maintaining procurement records
* Managing and developing the supply chain network
* Ensuring compliance with company procedures and procurement policies
* Supporting the wider procurement strategy across multiple live projects
Ideal Candidate
The successful Senior Materials Buyer will have:
* Previous experience in a Materials Buyer or Senior Buyer position within construction or civil engineering
* Strong knowledge of groundworks, infrastructure, or civil engineering materials
* Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
* The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
* Strong commercial awareness and cost management capability
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement systems
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* A proactive and team‑oriented approach
What's on Offer
* Salary of 55,000 - 65,000 DOE
* Car allowance
* Long‑term career progression opportunities
* Stable pipeline of secured work
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to join a reputable and growing contractor
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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