We’re recruiting on behalf of a contractor within the facades and drylining sector who are looking for a Buyer to join their commercial team near Basildon. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid construction procurement experience who enjoys taking ownership of the full purchasing process and building strong supplier relationships.
Key Details:
Monday to Friday 08:00-17:00
Salary dependant on experience level circa £35-50k
22 days holiday + bank holidays
Christmas shutdown
Transport needed due to company locationKey Responsibilities
Managing the procurement process for materials within drylining and facades across multiple projects
Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and terms
Raising and managing purchase orders using Planyard software
Coordinating deliveries to site, ensuring materials arrive on time and in line with programme requirements
Maintaining supplier relationships and updating approved supplier lists
Supporting cost saving initiatives and assisting with any delivery or quality issuesExperience Required
Previous experience as a Buyer within facades, drylining, or a similar construction environment
Confident negotiating with suppliers and managing multiple orders simultaneously
Good understanding of cost control and budgeting within construction projects
Proficient in procurement or project software, with Planyard, OnScreen, or QuickBid experience an advantage
Excellent communication and organisation skills, with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlinesThis is a great role for someone who enjoys working in a fast paced environment and wants to contribute to the success of high quality construction projects. For any questions please contact Helen @ Pure for more information