Buyer

Bennett and Game are excited to be working with a leading construction company seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer to join their procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient delivery of construction projects through effective purchasing and supplier management.

Role Overview:

As a Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing and procuring construction materials, tools, and equipment while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery. You will work closely with site and project teams to ensure procurement aligns with project timelines and budget requirements.

Salary and package

• £26,000 - £32,000
• Holiday allowance 25 days + bank holiday
• Pension - Workplace pension
• Bonus - Discretionary at the end of year
• Career development opportunities, with ongoing training and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement & Cost Control: Source materials, plant, and equipment from approved suppliers, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality compliance.
• Supplier Management: Negotiate contracts, maintain supplier relationships, and secure competitive pricing.
• Inventory & Logistics: Monitor stock levels, track deliveries, and prevent project delays.
• Project Collaboration: Align procurement strategies with project needs, working closely with site teams.
• Budget & Compliance: Track expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a procurement, buying, or purchasing role within the construction industry (preferred).
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset, with a focus on cost efficiency and meeting project deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and procurement software (desirable).
• A degree or relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Construction Management, or Business (preferred but not essential).

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.