I am recruiting an experienced Buyer to join a niche, privately owned business, based in Ellesmere Port. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this is an exciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious Buyer, with a background in the build or construction industry, to become part of an industry leading commercial team, at the forefront of the industry. Following a period of extensive growth, the successful applicant will play a pivotal role in operations, ensuring the smooth procurement and cost management of all projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Site Procurement: Handle the full site procurement process, including scheduling from technical drawings, tendering, and placing orders within budget and deadlines.
• Cost Management: Manage plant and prelim costs across various sites.
• Variation Orders: Manage variation orders as they arise.
• Invoice Management: Appraise invoices and address any recurring discrepancies.
• Site Audits: Conduct monthly stock and specification audits on site visits.
• Group Support: Assist the Group Procurement Manager in maintaining and upholding group deals and specifications.
• Market Analysis: Maintaining knowledge of the changing market place to continually achieve competitive prices and investigate new sources of supply.

Experience/ Skills Required:

• Proven experience (3-5 years minimum) in a similar role within a housebuilder or main contractor.
• HNC in a construction-related subject.
• Experience with procurement software (COINS preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel.
• Experience estimating and taking off from working drawings.
• Familiarity with NHBC standards is preferred but not mandatory.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Flexibility for travel to sites across the group.

Benefits:

• Annual Bonus plus Company Car
• 25 days holiday increasing to 30 days with service
• Company pension scheme
• Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance
• Be part of a privately owned company driving innovation in homebuilding.
• Contribute to the development of high-quality residential projects.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values your skills and ambitions.
• Competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth.

This is a full-time role based on site in Ellesmere Port. Working hours are 8.30am-5.30p Monday to Thursday and 8.3.am-3.30pm on Fridays.

Buyer
£35,000-£45,000 plus company car
Ellesmere Port
JM/00268