Freelance Buyer - Sheffield
Project: Various residential developments
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Duration: 3-6 months
Job Type: Freelance / Contract
About the Company
Our client is a prestigious and well-established house builder with over 60 years in the construction industry. They pride themselves on putting sustainability first while delivering high quality new build housing developments across the North of England.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly experienced Regional Buyer to play a key role as part of the commercial team based from the head office in Shefield. In this pivotal role, you will oversee procurement activities for multiple residential development projects across the Midlands and the North, driving the delivery of high-quality new homes. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring projects are completed efficiently, on time, and to the highest standards, while actively supporting the company's broader strategic objectives.
What We're Looking For
Relevant Qualifications:
CIPS / MCIPS qualification or equivalentExperience:
Previous background in successfully delivering various residential developments for a well-established house builder
Extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience operating in a Buying / Procurement roleKey Skills:
Effective time management
Superb negotiation capabilities
Analytical and mathematical skills
Strong cost management expertise
Excellent sales and presentation skills
Strong communication and attention to details
A solid understanding of construction materials, methods, and techniques
In-depth knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost control
Advanced utilisation of COINS (procurement section) system and Microsoft Excel & Word packages
Comprehensive technical knowledge, including a thorough understanding of current procurement-related regulations such as building regulations and NHBC standardsKey Responsibilities
Issuing purchase order information
Manage and monitor all material rebate related activity
Monitor annual expenditure, prepare analysis figures and issue and prepare tender invitations
Create and issue purchase orders, confirming correct quantities, specifications, and delivery terms
Deliver an efficient and effective group procurement service, ensuring all regions and sites are fully supported on group-wide agreements and related matters, with clear value delivered by the buying team
Oversee consistent group procurement support across new and existing projects, optimising group deals, ensuring compliance with ordering processes, and using approved suppliers, materials, and specifications
Act as a main point of contact for regional buying teams, providing operational, advisory, and technical support on group-procured products and related services
Partner with regional and group commercial teams to oversee site-specific group and bulk material costs, ensuring accurate budgeting, tracking, and compliance with commercial approval procedures
Collaborate with regional and group teams, gathering key information ensuring coordinated buying and supplier deals align with regional build schedules and budgets
Effectively manage workload and priorities, ensuring oversight of bulk/group deals, adhering to deadlines and site requisition schedules in accordance with established KPIs and build programmes
Allocate adequate time to support regional teams in resolving supplier, delivery, and invoice issues, ensuring query levels remain manageable and do not disrupt the buying function's efficiencyWhy Join?
Benefit from a supportive and inclusive work environment
Contribute to building homes that positively impact communities
A chance to work on quality, sustainable, and community-focused housing projects
Great opportunity to join a leading, innovative homebuilder with a strong market presenceContact Details:
Contact: Ollie Foley (Recruitment Consultant) at Caval - (phone number removed)
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