Materials Buyer
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A regional house builder have a requirement for a Materials Buyer to join their team.
The company are a growing business providing new build housing, working closely with local councils, housing associations and registered landlords delivering traditionally built, affordable developments across the North West. This is a great opportunity for an Assistant to step into a Buyer position.
Reporting to the Commercial Director you will be responsible to take off from drawings, scheduling and purchasing for new build housing developments across the region. Duties and responsibilities include:
Provide scheme specific material budgets for site start budget process
Place bulk call off materials orders and adhoc purchase orders to meet the needs of the business
Resolve supplier issues to ensure the efficient delivery of materials to site
Support the implementation of strategic framework agreements
Produce accurate material take offs and schedules in accordance with programme requirements
Maintain completion up to date database of material schedules and costs for all house types (standard/RSL/Bespoke)
Procurement of materials and placing orders ensuring delivery to site programmed delivery dates
Actively contribute to enhancing regional profits
Track material cost fluctuations/price increases and highlight any adjustments to the regional commercial team
Keep detailed records and maintain a well-organised work schedule
Prepare and contribute to cost reports in order to maximise efficiency's within the business
Provide support to Accounts team to ensure prompt resolution of invoice queries / issues
Contribute to the development of improved purchasing processes and procedures
Participate and contribute to regular Supply Chain Team meetings and forums to communicate developments, share good practice and up skill our people
Build excellent supplier relations
Participate in establishing the business as an industry leader in Supply Chain Management
Skills and Experience required
Previous experience of material procurement within housing projects is essential
Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specification
Ability to take-off materials and schedule
Excellent level of numeracy and skilled in verbal and written communication
High level of computer literacy in MS Office
Commercial acumen
If you are interested and would like to apply, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece or apply via the link provided.
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