Construction Buyer

Job Profile for Construction Buyer - SW270174

Our client, a well-respected, Regional Housebuilder, based in the Gloucester area, are seeking a Construction Buyer to join them due to a long-term member of staff retiring shortly. The Construction Buyer will be responsible for procuring a range of materials from groundworks through to finishing. This is an excellent opportunity to join a regional developer with an invaluable reputation, that has been operating for over 30 years and are forecasting circa 300 units next year.

Construction Buyer Position Salary & Benefits

* Salary: £50k - £70k DOE (guide only)

* Bonus scheme

* Company Car OR Car Allowance

* 25 holidays per year which increase by 1 day per year to a maximum of 30 days plus Bank Holidays

* Pension scheme

* Life assurance scheme

Construction Buyer Position Overview

* Taking off and scheduling materials from drawings and specifications.

* Sending supplier tender enquiries and analysing them on receipt.

* Creating purchase orders using COINS software.

* Manage and update materials price database.

* Assisting sites with day-to-day plant and materials requirements.

* Dealing with site or supplier delivery / invoice queries.

* Check and authorise supplier invoices.

Construction Buyer Position Requirements

* Prior experience as a Construction Buyer ideally with a Housebuilder but Contractor candidate will be considered

* Based in the Gloucester area

* Must have a full knowledge of materials from Groundworks through to completion

* Skilled in COINS & Excel

* Open to candidates from mid to senior level