Buyer – Residential Groundworks Contractor
Location: Worcestershire / West Midlands
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Company
Our client is a well-established and respected residential groundwork contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services to some of the UK’s leading house builders. With continued growth and a healthy pipeline of projects across the Midlands region, they are now looking to expand their commercial team with the appointment of an experienced Buyer based at their head office.
The Role
As Buyer, you’ll play a critical role in the procurement of materials and plant for residential groundworks projects. You will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating best value, and ensuring timely delivery of goods to meet site requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced environment where your input will directly contribute to project success.
Key Responsibilities
* Procuring materials and plant for multiple residential groundwork sites
* Building strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to secure best pricing and terms
* Placing and managing purchase orders, ensuring on-time delivery to site
* Monitoring stock levels and coordinating site requirements with project managers
* Maintaining accurate procurement records and reporting on budget performance
* Assisting with the development of procurement strategies to drive cost efficiencies
* Working closely with the commercial and operations teams to support project delivery
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in a buying/procurement role, ideally within groundworks or construction
* Strong negotiation and communication skills
* Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across projects
* Knowledge of construction materials, plant hire, and supply chain logistics
* Confident using procurement systems and Microsoft Office applications
* A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* A stable, growing business with long-term clients and strong regional presence
* A friendly, supportive office environment with opportunities for progression
* Monday to Friday working, office-based with occasional site visits as needed
Interested in joining a thriving contractor with a solid reputation in the residential sector?
Apply now to be considered, or get in touch for a confidential conversation.