Senior BuyerLocation: Havant, HampshireSalary: up to £48,000 An established and highly respected civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join their procurement team on a major infrastructure scheme. Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager, the Senior Buyer will play a key role in managing the supply chain, supporting the procurement team, and ensuring materials, plant, and services are delivered on time and within budget. This is a hands-on role combining strategic procurement, supplier management, and team leadership, with clear scope to influence best practice, sustainability, and value-for-money outcomes across the business. Senior Buyer Salary & Benefits Salary - up to £48,00025 Days holiday + BHPension up to 10% matchPrivate healthcare and PhoneAnnual discretionary bonus Senior Buyer Key Responsibilities Source new and alternative materials and suppliers to maintain a competitive and resilient supply chainMeet and negotiate with supplier representatives to secure best commercial termsSupport and mentor Buyers and assist with day-to-day running of the Procurement DepartmentExtract material and plant requirements from tender and contract informationProcure materials, services, plant, and equipment in line with procurement schedulesPrepare cost, value, and life-cycle cost reports for senior managementLiaise closely with Contracts, Estimating, and Site Teams to ensure seamless deliveryAttend contract handover meetings and support early-stage procurement planningEnsure quotations and orders comply with specifications, delivery requirements, and QHSE standardsManage distribution of orders and procurement information to sites and stakeholders Senior Buyer Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in Procurement and Supply Chain ManagementStrong negotiation and supplier relationship management skillsExperience within civil engineering and construction environmentsSolid understanding of material specifications and compliance requirementsAbility to analyse data and produce clear commercial reportsExperience managing and supporting procurement teamsKnowledge of QHSE legislation and best practiceFamiliarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systemsUnderstanding of FSC and PEFC timber chain of custody systemsExperience using Procore and EVision (or similar systems)Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply Chain (CIPS) membership (desirable)Full UK driving licence Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.