Newstaff Employment

Buyer (Construction)

Newstaff Employment  •  £40k - £55k/yr  •  Luton, GB (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

Newstaff Employment Services has an opening for a Buyer to join our client’s successful construction company.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced procurement professional looking to work in a dynamic environment where you will play a key role in sourcing materials and services necessary for successful project delivery.

As a Buyer, you will be responsible for managing the procurement process, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring that the materials and equipment needed for construction projects are acquired efficiently and cost-effectively.

Your contributions will be crucial in maintaining project timelines and budgets while ensuring the highest quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the purchasing process for construction materials, tools, and services.
  • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers; negotiate terms and pricing to secure optimal contracts.
  • Monitor market trends and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions.
  • Collaborate with project managers to determine material needs and specifications.
  • Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information.
  • Ensure the timely delivery of materials to project sites to maintain schedules.
  • Conduct regular reviews of procurement policies and practices to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • Resolve any procurement-related issues or discrepancies.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist in the construction industry.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is ideal.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Understanding of construction materials, pricing, and procurement processes.
  • Proficient in using procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision making.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Pension

Progression opportunities

Monday to Friday role 8 am to 5 pm

Salary: £40,000 pa to £55,000 pa + (negotiable depending on experience)

Interested? Please call Anne Marie on 01727 864777 or email CV to annemarie.harrington@newstaffemployment.co.uk

Newstaff Employment

About Newstaff Employment

Newstaff Employment services is an independent recruitment business with offices in Luton and St Albans. We provide temporary staff throughout Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and North London from these two locations and our permanent divisions provides a national service.

We offer a 24 hour 7 days a week service to employers.

Our consultants have a wealth of experience and specialise in an area of business they have the most experience in, with a weekly client base of over 100 companies using our service, we fully understand and plan for any seasonal peaks and different demands our clients face throughout the year.

Our commitment to customer satisfaction is demonstrated in the way we work closely with our clients and candidates, take time to understand their needs fully, and deliver a tailored package that accurately meets their requirements.

Our aim is to provide an honest service to job seekers, placing candidates in positions they want, in companies they want to work for. This in turn makes for happy reliable staff and happy clients.

We are not just thinking about short-term commission earners, we aim to build-up long-term relationships by supplying the service you want, at a competitive price.

Newstaff Employment services is a independent recruitment business based in Luton and St Albans. We cover Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and North London from these two locations.

We specialise in supplying staff in all Industrial, Driving, Office and Engineering positions on both a temporary and permanent basis.

We also run a national rec-rec and a national Senior Logistics personnel division.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Luton, GB
Year Founded
2006
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