Job Description:
Our client, a respected construction company that is seeking a highly organised and experienced procurement / buyer join their team on a permanent basis.
What we offer:
1. £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
2. Monday - Friday
3. 7.30am - 4pm
4. Permanent
The role:
Procurement & Materials Management
5. Source and purchase timber, engineered wood products, panel products, fixings, membranes, and ancillary materials in line with production and project requirements. This will be delivered directly to the site, and or to our manufacturing facility.
6. Source and purchase Cranes and haulage for site erection of Timber Frame
7. Closely monitor the weather for high wind speeds that will prevent the crane from operating
8. Raise and manage purchase orders in accordance with company procedures, update schedules, and distribute to relevant parties involved.
9. Ensure timely delivery of materials to the factory and/or site to support manufacturing and erection schedules.
Supplier Management
10. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with approved suppliers.
11. Aid in negotiating pricing, lead times, and supply chain agreements / service level agreements
12. Monitor supplier performance and address quality, delivery, or service issues and report any concerns to management.
Cost Control
13. Control material costs in line with master price lists and project quotes.
14. Monitor price fluctuations and report findings to management
15. Actively look to Identify opportunities for cost savings, bulk purchasing, and alternative sourcing.
Production & Project Coordination
16. Liaise closely with design, estimating, production, and site teams to ensure purchasing aligns with programmed requirements.
17. Support project delivery by resolving supply chain issues that may impact schedules.
Quality, Compliance & Sustainability
18. Ensure all purchased materials meet industry specifications, building regulations, and company standards, using the company approved materials list
19. Maintain timber certification requirements
20. Manage non-conforming materials, returns, and corrective actions with suppliers.
Stock & Inventory Control
21. Monitor stock levels of core materials and plan project specific materials
22. Minimise waste, excess stock offsite and onsite
23. Aid in forecasting of materials with repeat house types, site programs
Administration & Reporting
24. Maintain accurate purchasing records, correct input into purchase order systems to reflect invoices match orders
25. Attend internal meetings and report on supplier performance, and potential cost savings, price increases, material allocation etc.
26. Support audits and internal reporting requirements for the various accreditations that Cornwall Timber Build hold. PEFC, ISO 9001, STA Gold Assure
Personal Specifications
27. Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement role.
28. Being able to work under pressure in a busy company
29. Being able to adapt to changes
30. Experience within construction, timber frame, manufacturing, or a related industry beneficial
31. Good understanding of timber products and construction materials
32. Commercial awareness
33. Excellent organisational and communication skills.
34. Competent in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft programs
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