Job Description
Location: Birchwood, Warrington (3 days per week office attendance)
Industry: Procurement / Building Materials / Construction
Contract: Full-time
We are supporting a growing organisation in the search for a Buying Team Leader with strong experience in building materials procurement and a proven track record in leadership and people development.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven procurement professional who enjoys leading teams, managing supplier relationships, and delivering impactful commercial results.
The Role
As a Buying Team Leader, you will oversee a team of Buyers, guiding them through best‑practice procurement activity and category management. You’ll take ownership of the building materials category, lead sourcing activity, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure frameworks and contracts deliver maximum value.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys motivating others, and can confidently shape procurement strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
* Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching and support to Procurement Co-ordinators
* Allocate work, monitor performance and ensure consistent quality
* Create a positive team culture focused on continuous learning
* Mentor team members to develop skills and confidence
* Procurement Delivery
o Oversee end-to-end sourcing projects
o Support internal customers in defining specifications and requirements
o Manage supplier negotiations, pricing, contracts, and disputes
o Monitor and optimise framework and contract performance
Stakeholder & Supplier Management
o Build strong relationships across the sector and other departments
o Influence stakeholders with confidence and clarity
o Ensure value for money and risk-managed solutions across building categories
About YouYou will excel in this role if you are a confident, people-focused leader with a hands-on approach and strong commercial acumen.You bring:
o Proven experience buying building materials, construction products or working in a merchant/contracting environment
o Experience leading, supervising or mentoring a procurement or buying team
o Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills
o Excellent communication, organisation and influencing capability
o Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Lookups, VBA/Macros preferred)
o The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, varied environment
o Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
o Experience of public sector procurement
o Knowledge of Dynamic Purchasing Systems or e-tendering platforms
o CIPS Level 4 or relevant degree
About the client:Our client is more than a procurement organisation—they'’re a purpose-driven business committed to making a positive impact. As a certified B Corp, they embed Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into everything they do. From reducing carbon emissions to promoting ethical sourcing and community development, they’re building a better future—and they want you to be part of it.Voted by Sunday Times – one of the Best Places to Work, they’re also proud to foster a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Your unique perspective will be valued, and your contributions will help shape the future of procurement.Interested?If you’re a motivated leader with strong building materials procurement experience and a passion for developing people, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now or get in touch to discuss the role in more detail.