Dandara, based in Southampton, England, is seeking a Buyer to join their team. This role involves procuring materials and services for residential projects across the South Coast, managing supplier relationships, negotiating costs, and ensuring timely delivery to support high-quality, award-winning homes.
About The Role
As a Buyer within our Housebuilding division, you will be responsible for procuring materials and services to support our 5* HBF rated residential projects. Your role will involve supplier management, cost negotiation, and ensuring timely delivery of quality materials to meet project timelines.
What You Will Do
* Undertake regular site visits to build rapport with the site team.
* Advise on costs and delivery of materials on a site-by-site basis.
* Prepare schedules and negotiate orders with external suppliers.
* Monitor invoicing procedures and resolve issues.
* Manage stock levels, material quality, and subcontractor performance.
* Keep up with product development changes and relevant building legislation.
What You Will Have
* Experience in housebuilding or construction industries.
* Knowledge of procurement tools, UK building regulations, contract law, and health & safety legislation.
* Experience in procurement of subcontractors, materials, and plants.
* Strong negotiation skills.
* Excellent IT skills, including MS Office; experience with COINS preferred.
What We Will Offer You
Our benefits include a competitive salary (£45,000-£55,000), car allowance, discretionary bonus, 33 days holiday, private medical insurance, employee assistance programs, health apps, parental leave, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, pension scheme, and flexible benefits.
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