Assistant Buyer
Location: Walsall, WS1 4NN
Salary: Up to £30,000 p/a (DOE)
Start Date: ASAP
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)
We are recruiting an Assistant Buyer to join a leading civil engineering and infrastructure specialist.
You'll support nationwide delivery teams by providing a professional, compliant material supply service, working closely with internal departments, suppliers, and trade bodies to achieve best value. The role also plays a key part in supporting the company's Social Impact and Sustainability objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Buying & Procurement
* Purchase construction materials and related services across operational sectors.
* Source suppliers, evaluate quotations, negotiate prices, and manage logistics.
* Monitor market trends and supply chain innovations.
* Provide commercial support on procurement contracts.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with sites and supply chain partners.
* Ensure procurement complies with company policies and audit standards.
Administration & Reporting
* Maintain accurate order and supplier records.
* Produce reports, KPIs, and data as required.
* Provide analysis to procurement and project teams for approval.
Accountability
* Operate within financial governance levels.
* Manage workload priorities and improve efficiency.
* Maintain positive supplier relationships.
* Adhere to procurement procedures at all times.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Previous experience in a procurement role, ideally within Rail, Construction, or Engineering.
* Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build long-term supplier relationships.
* Commercial awareness with budget management experience.
* Confident communicator with excellent telephone manner.
* IT literate, with strong Microsoft Office knowledge and purchasing systems experience.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
* Strong initiative and team-working skills.
Desirable
* CIPS qualification (or working towards).
* Relevant degree or equivalent experience.
* Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
1. Company pension & life assurance
2. Private medical insurance
3. Profit share scheme
4. 25 days annual leave + 8