Assistant Buyer / Buyer

An opportunity has arisen to join our Procurement department procuring mechanical and electrical materials across a range of residential projects. Working with a team in a vibrant fast paced environment. We are looking for the right candidate who is adaptable and is eager to work within the dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote efficient and professional impression of the business both internally and externally.
• Expedite clear and concise communication both internally and externally.
• Communicate on lessons learnt (both positive and negative aspects) on projects and in the day-to-day activity within the business.
• Promote and adhere to the procurement business process. (Copy attached)
• Complete assigned tasks on a day-to-day basis.
• To be able to problem solve and address potential problems or challenges.
• To be open to learning new skills and techniques where required, including any role specific training.
• Actively participate in meetings where required.
• Assist in managing a strong, reliable supply chain.
• Source new supply chain partners (where applicable)
• Good organisation and time management skills.
• Assist in the smooth running of the procurement department, contributing to a positive team environment. To show respect and support to all other members of the team.
• Adhere to company values.

Role Specific Responsibilities:

• Support the management of our site procurement strategy trackers for the projects assigned.
• Promote efficient and professional impression of the business externally.
• Promote and adhere to the procurement business process.
• Provide feedback to the estimating team where required.
• Provide accurate information for reporting and KPI’s.
• Communicate on lessons learnt (both positive and negative aspects) on projects and in the day-to-day activity within the business.
• Better buy against the targets set with in our project CVRs (cost value report).
• Support material management audits on site where required.
• Manage call-off commodity material order with the operations team.
• Ensure all material orders are placed in a timely manner in line with the dates detailed within the Procurement trackers for projects.
• Input orders onto the IT system (Cybercube) and issue to relevant suppliers and site teams.
• Assist the aftercare team when required.
• Manage meetings with Supply chain partners.
• Expedite documentation, invoices and information from the supply chain.
• Expedite and chase overdue materials when required.
• Assist in the smooth running of the Procurement department.
• Communicate and liaise with site to establish best buying practices.

Requirements

• You will either have experience working as a Buyer in the Construction industry or you will have worked for a Builders Merchants.

Package

• 25 days holiday (up to 30 days with service) plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare scheme and life insurance
• Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution
• Enhanced maternity and adoption policy – 13 weeks full pay followed by 26 weeks at SMP
• Enhanced paternity policy – 2 weeks full pay (available as consecutive weeks or flexible instalments)
• Employee owned business
• An excellent working environment, opportunities for career progression and further technical and personal development
• An inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive, regardless of background or identity.

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