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Russell Taylor Group Ltd

Assistant Buyer

Posted 4 months ago by@ Russell Taylor Group Ltd

  • Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Permanent
  • car allowance, bonus,
  • Standard
  • Expired - 3 months ago
Assistant Buyer
Permanent
Hybrid available
£competitive + package
Join a reputable tier one main contractor! Develop your career today!
My client is a leading tier one main contractor, that are in the market for an Assistant construction buyer to join the team.
As an Assistant buyer you will have previous experience purchasing construction materials. Providing the best quality and price for construction projects. There schemes range from 5million up to around 60million. Working within a variety of mainstream construction sector, education, industrial and leisure sectors.
The duties of a Assistant buyer include:-
• Providing prices for all materials included in project plans and drawings
• Identifying potential suppliers and new products
• Contacting a range of suppliers to obtain quotations
• Keeping detailed records and maintaining well‐organised work schedules
• Dealing effectively with challenges with suppliers and the flow of materials
• Ensuring compliance with the safety, health and environment requirements of materials and services
• Placing of purchase orders on a purchase order processing system (CIS)
Skills to a buyer include:-
• Knowledge and understanding of construction materials
• Good communication skills at all levels of the business
• Strong maths and budgeting abilities
• Negotiation skills.
• Wide knowledge across all construction materials and latest product innovation.
• Good research, networking and interpersonal skills in sourcing materials at the best prices and quantities.
This is very much a development position; my client would like someone that is eager to progress and develop into the role of full buyer. The position requires travel through the multiple north west offices. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable and leading tier one business.
To apply for the position please email your CV to ##### or contact me on 07585 967544.
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