Construction Buyer

GPW Recruitment are seeking an experienced Buyer with a strong background in the Construction sector, on a permanent basis.

This is a very exciting opportunity, to join a well established family business with over 30 years prescence in the industry.

Working as an essential part of a friendly, experienced team, you will work closely with contract manager and suppliers undertaking general purchasing duties within the construction industry.

Duties will include:

  • Daily ordering of raw materials from external suppliers
  • Ordering and reviewing of plant hire tools and equipment to ensure minimum hire costs whilst maintaining reports.
  • Updating delivery dates / chasing late orders & expediting raw materials where required
  • Monitoring stock levels & liaising with supervisor to replenish stocks
  • Working closely with Contracts Managers, Goods In & Production to ensure business requirements are met including stock availability issues
  • Liaising with Goods In / Purchase Ledger / Suppliers where delivery / invoice discrepancies arise
  • Reviewing purchasing agreements with suppliers and maintaining price updates.
  • Sourcing new raw materials suppliers and services.
  • Requesting samples & technical information from potential new suppliers for future projects.
  • Negotiating with new & existing suppliers

Candidate Perks:

  • Competetive salary (£35000-£40000 per annum)
  • Free Parking
  • Regular social events
  • A close knit family feel within the team
  • Possible career progression

Our client are strictly seeking somebody with experience in the construction sector.

Immediate starts available for the succesful applicant

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