Overview
We're currently seeking a Construction Buyer to join our Manchester office, specialising in construction procurement across our development projects. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a fast‑paced and thriving business, offering genuine opportunities for growth and long‑term career development. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with MCR Property Group and contribute to our mission of creating enduring value in the property market, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
* Price materials and plant at the tender stage for new projects, providing accurate and competitive cost information to the wider project team.
* Identify, source, and build strong working relationships with reliable suppliers, creating and maintaining a robust database of preferred vendors while ensuring key relationships are effectively managed.
* Work closely with the accounting function to place material purchase orders and manage associated invoices, and support other departments by assisting with procurement queries and packages to identify potential cost savings.
* Handle both direct and indirect procurement, with opportunities to suggest and implement improvements to systems, processes, and overall efficiency.
* Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.
Qualifications
* Build and maintain productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and suppliers, and be confident in negotiating to secure the best possible pricing, payment terms, and rebates.
* Analytical and numerically strong, with proven problem‑solving ability and a high level of commercial awareness.
* Strong time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads, meet targets, and perform effectively under pressure, including in time‑sensitive or challenging situations.
* Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
* Previous experience within construction and facilities procurement highly desirable.
Benefits
* Competitive benefits package including 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by one day for each completed year of service up to a maximum of 25 days).
* Birthday off as an additional day's leave.
* Relaxed dress‑down policy on Fridays.
* Free annual eye test voucher.
Location
Manchester, Lancashire, UK
Industry
Construction
Rate
35k – 45k Annual GBP
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