Senior Buyer

The Company

A privately owned Main Contractor with a track record of delivering high quality residential projects with values ranging from GBP1m - GBP10m+ across the North West.

Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications

For this role you must possess the following;

5 Years + Experience in a Buying role
Good Knowledge of high-end residential construction and fit out projects
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Good written and verbal skillsThe Role

As the Senior Buyer you will be responsible for purchasing of materials and plant hire for multiple construction projects. You will attend site and liaise with site teams to monitor site purchases and plant hire.

Duties

Working a sole buyer across the business.
Responsible for the buying division regularly reporting into the Commercial Manager with accurate cost analysis.
Negotiating with suppliers in the purchasing of materials and plant hire for Construction projects
Developing a materials database and system to improve efficiency, output and cost management
Attending site to monitor site purchases, keeping close attention to purchased materials, quality, specification and performance of suppliers to agreed project terms.
Negotiating agreements, rates, retrospective discounts, payment terms and preparing associate documentation for execution.
Working closely with the commercial team to understand and analyse profitability, financial risk and corporate challenges of projects regarding both clients and sub-contractors.
Checking and approving all invoices against purchase orders and proof of delivery notes.This is a Permanent with a competitive salary (GBP40,000 - GBP45,000 + Package) on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Sam Hunter - Principal Consultant - Caval Ltd - (phone number removed)