Job Description
Procurement Lead / Construction Buyer (Maintenance & Projects)
Salary: £28,000 – £33,500 DOE
Location: A&S Group HQ, Buckley
Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 5:00pm
About A&S Group
A&S Group is a well-established and growing leader in the construction, maintenance, access, and compliance sectors, delivering high-quality projects nationwide. Known for our commitment to safety, quality, sustainability, and innovation, we work across a diverse portfolio including planned and reactive maintenance, large-scale construction, fire remediation, and access solutions.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Procurement Lead / Construction Buyer to play a pivotal role within our Procurement and Supply Chain team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional looking to take ownership of purchasing activities across maintenance and construction projects.
The Role.
As Procurement Lead, you will oversee the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring the timely, cost-effective sourcing of materials, plant, and subcontracted services. You will work closely with Maintenance, Operations, Finance, and Project Teams to ensure supply chain efficiency and project success.
This role would suit a Construction Buyer, Procurement Specialist, or Supply Chain Lead with hands-on experience in a fast-paced construction or maintenance environment.
Key Responsibilities.
* Lead procurement activities for maintenance contracts and large construction projects
* Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring compliance with procurement and financial procedures
* Source, evaluate, and appoint materials suppliers and subcontractors
* Negotiate pricing, supplier agreements, lead times, and service levels
* Develop and maintain strong supplier and trade account relationships
* Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities across the supply chain
* Monitor supplier performance, quality, and delivery reliability
* Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Finance teams to align procurement with project programmes
* Manage invoice approvals, cost tracking, and resolution of discrepancies
* Analyse procurement data and produce reports on spend, trends, and supplier performance
* Maintain accurate supplier databases and procurement records
* Liaise with suppliers and contractors to resolve delivery or supply issues
* Support fleet and plant procurement, including servicing schedules, MOTs, and stock control
* Attend pre-start meetings to provide procurement and supply chain input
About You
o Proven experience as a Construction Buyer, Procurement Lead, or Purchasing Specialist (minimum 2 years)
o Background in construction, maintenance, or building services procurement preferred
o Strong commercial awareness with excellent negotiation skills
o Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
o Confident using procurement systems, stock control software, and CRM platforms
o IT-literate with proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Power Point)
o Strong communication skills with the ability to engage suppliers and internal stakeholders
o Able to work independently and under pressure in a fast-moving environment
o Full UK driving licence required
o Experience with fleet or plant management is advantageous but not essential
We Offer.
o Competitive salary (£28,000 – £33,500 DOE)
o Private Medical Insurance
o Access to an in-house fully equipped company gym
o Regular company and team events
o Clear career progression within a growing organisation
o Exposure to a wide range of construction, maintenance, access, fire remediation, and compliance projects
o Supportive and collaborative working environment
o Company Gym (In house fully equipped)
o Long-term job security with a stable and reputable employer.