Buyer
About Glent Group
Glent Group is a specialist construction and engineering contractor delivering Civil, Structural and Architectural (CSA) packages across the Data Centre and Pharmaceutical sectors throughout Europe.
Headquartered in London, Glent has established a strong reputation for safely delivering complex projects in live and fast-paced environments. The Group currently operates across Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, Sweden and Ireland, employing a diverse workforce of both white-collar and blue-collar employees.
About the Role
As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Buyer to join our London Head Office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced international construction business supporting major Data Centre and Pharmaceutical projects across Europe.
Working closely with project teams, suppliers and senior management, you will play a key role in sourcing materials, plant, equipment and services, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
The successful candidate will be organised, detail-oriented and confident managing multiple priorities within a busy operational environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Source and purchase materials, plant, equipment, goods and services in line with project and business requirements.
• Obtain and compare quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Raise and manage purchase orders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing requirements.
• Evaluate supplier performance and identify new sourcing opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Analyse market trends and pricing to support cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal departments and project teams to understand procurement requirements.
• Support procurement planning and cost control activities across multiple projects.
Requirements
• Previous experience in a Buyer, Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain role.
• Experience within construction, engineering, manufacturing, logistics or a similar operational environment is preferred.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP or procurement systems is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Company Benefits
• Company pension with 4% employer matching contribution.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Health & wellbeing programme.
• Retail discounts through Perkbox.
• Company events.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Job Type
Full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm), office-based.
Work Location
London, N1 7EU.
Candidates must have the right to permanently live and work in the UK.
If you are a motivated procurement professional looking to join a growing international business and contribute to the successful delivery of major projects across Europe, we would love to hear from you.
Glent Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Closing Date: Friday, 26 June 2026