Clarkson Owens Recruitment are working with a growing civil engineering contractor who are looking to bring on board an assistant buyer to join their team. In this role you will work closely with the procurement manager and buyer. Key responsibilities include: • Receive material and product orders from company staff via telephone and internal requests. • Raise and process purchase orders with approved suppliers and builders’ merchants. • Confirm pricing, delivery schedules, and product availability with suppliers. • Maintain accurate purchase records and update order details in company systems. • Track deliveries and follow up with suppliers to ensure materials arrive on time. • Assist with monitoring stock levels and ordering materials when required. • Maintain organised documentation for orders, invoices, and supplier records. • Assist with general purchasing administration and reporting. In order to be suitable you wil have some buying experience already or have worked for a building merchant. In return, a competitive salary and benefits package will be on offer