BUYER / MATERIALS BUYER Construction £30,000 - £35,000 Package Our client is an established contractor based in South Manchester with a proven track record in high end residential and care home developments. They are looking for a Buyer to join our buying department. You will be working with an experienced buyer and the operational team. Key Responsibilities: Duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following: Obtaining material process for the best value Placing orders in a timely manner when requested via the site teams Building relationships with suppliers to encourage and sustain a quality supply service Dealing with site and supplier queries Maintaining order data records and files Invoice authorisation and processing in accordance with the required deadlines Key Skills & Experience: Previous experience of working within a buying/procurement based role with a knowledge of buying issues CIPS level 3 or 4 qualification is desirable but not essential Excellent telephone manner and customer service skills A good working knowledge of Microsoft office products and internet and email are essential Ability to build and manage good working relationships A strong communicator with well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to work on own initiative