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Senior Buyer

Posted 8 days ago

  • Bushby, Leicestershire
  • Permanent
  • £60,000 to £70,000 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In 20 days

About the company:



Our client is renowned for delivering exceptional developments in exclusive locations, featuring impeccable design, high-end specifications, and an unwavering commitment to build quality and customer care.



With a strong presence in prestigious areas such as Gerrards Cross, Beaconsfield, and the Wentworth & St. Georges estates, they have earned a reputation for setting new standards in luxury real estate.





About the opportunity:




  • Reporting to the Commercial Director

  • Manage procurement costs for the division.

  • Ensure compliance with group purchasing arrangements.

  • Collect rebates and manage material budgets.

  • Ensure competitive procurement of materials and plant based on project specifications.

  • Administer and monitor material rebate claims.

  • Monitor supplier performance.

  • Prepare contract material budgets and track progress.

  • Issue tender enquiries and analyse quotations.

  • Prepare material take-off from contract drawings.

  • Develop material schedules on Excel for supplier and site use.

  • Generate and issue purchase orders.

  • Implement waste management systems on sites through order issuance.

  • Compile and submit statistical analysis as required.





About the benefits and rewards:



The salary will be dependent on the level of exposure to the residential industry. The company offers excellent opportunities and offers a basic salary in the region of up to �70k DOE. In addition to the basic salary there will be further company benefits.





About the requirements:




  • Previous experience in a Buying role, with knowledge of take-offs, schedules, and budgets.

  • Valid CSCS card or equivalent.

  • GCSE English and Mathematics (grade A-C/4+ or equivalent).

  • Strong communication, listening, and attention to detail skills.

  • Proficient in MS Word and Excel, with the ability to learn new systems.

  • Able to work independently and as part of a team, meeting deadlines under pressure and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

  • Committed to diversity and inclusion