Buyer

Full Job Description

One of our key regional North West clients is on the lookout for a proven and dynamic Buyer to join their thriving business, based in Greater Manchester. Our client is a leading name in the Civil Engineering industry and has grown year on year in their field, working on leading projects within Groundworks, Highways, and Drainage.
  
The successful candidate will play a key role in the business. This is an exciting opportunity to join an energetic and growing company that has been established since 2008 and has grown into a repeatable North West Contractor.

Job Role:

As a Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in our clients procurement process and contribute to the successful completion of our projects. Your responsibilities will include:
 

• Providing accurate price estimates for all materials specified in project plans and drawings.
• Identifying potential suppliers and sourcing new products to meet project requirements.
• Contacting a variety of suppliers and sub-contractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Negotiating and agreeing on delivery times to ensure efficient project execution.
• Maintaining detailed records and well-organized work schedules to facilitate smooth operations.
• Assessing the reliability and performance of sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Resolving any challenges or issues related to suppliers and the flow of materials.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations for all materials and services.
• Collaborating closely with the project estimator during the tendering stage to provide accurate cost projections.
• Generating and maintaining comprehensive cost reports to enhance operational efficiency.
• Negotiating and securing favourable terms and conditions with suppliers after contract award.

  
Requirements:
  

• Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement role within the civil engineering or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials and their market rates.
• Ability to read project plans and drawings and accurately estimate material quantities.
• Organisational skills to maintain detailed records and work schedules.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with suppliers, sub-contractors, and internal teams.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
• A proactive and solution-oriented mindset to address challenges promptly.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining clients team as a Buyer, please submit your application via this job board. We look forward to reviewing your application.