Buyer - Construction

Buyer - Construction

Ashbourne

30,000 to 45,000

About

My client is a well known developer who builds unique properties and has been established for over 40 years. They are looking for a construction buyer to join them on a permanent basis.

The role

You will be primarily working alongside their foreman and senior managers to ensure the most suitable materials sourced and delivered to various sites across Staffordshire, Derbyshire , Cheshire and North Wales. The role will require regular liaison with various suppliers as well as proactively providing estimates based off of site plans and future requirements.

Duties:

• Generating order numbers for suppliers & staff
• Imputing Order numbers on to Job Costing/ Eque2
• Liaising with foreman and contractors to ensure materials are on site as per schedules

Requirments:

• Maintain and build relationships with suppliers
• Good attention to detail and demonstrate initiative
• Motivated both in terms of the job and themselves
• Strong IT skills
• Good Work ethic
• Ability to prioritise work load
• Knowledge of building products
• Some knowledge of accounts process

The successful candidate would ideally have extensive experience in construction sector. Experience with other developers or suppliers is preferable, however, other similar past roles would also be considered. A detailed knowledge of construction materials/ process is essential

Full UK Driving licence is essential due to remote location & Traveling to and from our various sites.

Experience:

• Purchasing software i.e job costing or Equa2: 1 year (preferred)
• building materials: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CIPS Qualification (preferred)
• Driving Licence (required)