Job Type: Full-Time
Overview
We are recruiting for a Procurement / Buyer Assistant to support a busy procurement team within a well-established civil engineering contractor.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing or supply chain support—particularly within construction—to play a key role in ensuring materials, equipment, and services are procured efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with company standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Support sourcing of materials, tools, plant, and consumables
* Request, collect, and compare supplier quotations and pricing
* Raise and maintain accurate purchase orders and records
* Update and maintain supplier and subcontractor databases
* Monitor deliveries and follow up on lead times and order status
* Assist with invoice checks and reconciliation
* Support tender documentation preparation
* Assist with new supplier setup and onboarding
* Compile procurement data and assist with spend and supplier reporting
* Support stock control and re-ordering of recurring items
* Maintain organised procurement files and documentation
* Provide general administrative support to the Buyer and Procurement Manager
Requirements
Essential:
* Knowledge of supply chain and purchasing activity
* Experience in a purchasing/procurement environment (construction preferred)
* Strong commercial awareness
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong problem-solving ability
* Ability to work on own initiative and meet deadlines
* Good IT literacy, including Microsoft Office (Intermediate)
* Understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001
Desirable:
* Relevant Purchasing or Buying Qualification
* CIPS Qualification
* Previous experience within civil engineering or construction
To apply or find out more information please email your fully up-to-date CV.
Corrie Recruitment Ltd operates as an Employment Agency and as an Employment Business. You must be a UK resident or have proof of right to work in the UK