Buyer - West MallingJob Type: Full timeIn a Nutshell…We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join our team within Vistry Kent, at our West Malling office. As our Buyer, you will provide a full range of cost control and financial reporting duties on all aspects of materials for construction work. Alongside the Senior Buyer, you will be accountable and responsible for the performance of the sites in your control.We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…Competitive basic salary and annual bonusCompany car, car allowance or travel allowanceSalary sacrifice car scheme available to all employeesUp to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service2 Volunteering days per annumPrivate medical insurance, with employee paid coverEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leaveCompetitive pension scheme through salary sacrificeLife assurance at 4 x your annual salaryShare save and share incentive schemesEmployee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you…Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and QualityA proven background in a purchasing roleAbility to build productive stakeholder relationshipsProven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver quality work on time, within budgetCommercially astute with a proven ability to manage costsAble to work as part of a team as well as autonomouslyStrong written communication skillsStrong numeric and analytical skillsThorough, with strong attention to detailExcellent communications skillsAble to work under pressure, and accept criticism of workGood team working skillsAccurate with an eye for detailWilling to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require itDesirable…Working towards professional membership (CIPS or equivalent)Knowledge of construction regulations and legislationsKnowledge of construction methods and materialsExperience of COINS desirableProficient in MS Office packages, experience using bid writing software is desirableMore about the Buyer role…Ensure quality and performance of materials fall in line with acceptable standards.Consolidate purchases of materials to achieve maximum economic benefit.Encourage and develop wherever feasible, negotiated agreements with supplier and manufacturers.Inform other departments of all relevant information regarding changes in materials, major price movements, delivery lead times and individual supply situations.To purchase where appropriate in accordance with Group purchase deals.Identify and "take off" where necessary materials.Prepare all relevant documentation, procuring additional materials not covered by schedules and placing supplementary ordersSend out enquiries for appropriate materials, collate and analyse quotations.Place orders with suitable suppliers for specified materials.Placing orders for plant equipment as required by site, including negotiating prices by liaising with the Construction Director for the compound layout/site set-upYou will be responsible for preparing the CPC1 (Materials Costs) which includes;Providing/obtaining material schedules from working drawingsPreparing the tender list for major materialsPreparing all of the tender documentation and lettersThe analysis of quotations resulting from tender enquiriesInputting material schedules on to the appropriate computer systemsProducing materials budgets for surveyorsAdvise Surveyors costs for budgetary purposes.In conjunction with the Site Manager, progress the delivery of supplies in order to comply with the site building programme.Resolve any discrepancies that may arise between orders, goods received and invoices. Also make decision on this account and authorise payments.Attend site meetings at key stages in order to review general progress on site and to decide on any future action necessary.Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining commercial awareness.Establish, monitor and ensure payment of negotiated rebate agreements as allocated.Study and analyse markets to make recommendations of possible specification changes which would represent savings without detracting from quality requirements.Liaise with other departments and disciplines to establish or improve supplier and inter-department relations.Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-HA1