The Client: A growing specialist civil subcontractor that undertake RC Frame/Groundworks projects across London and the southeast. They work on schemes up to £8m and have a current turnover of close to £25m.
The Role: They are seeking a Buyer with a minimum two years procurement experience, ideally within the RC Frame/Groundworks sector. You will;
- Undertake the procurement of materials requested direct from site via a Material Requisition Form.
- To attend tender kick-off meetings if required.
- To contact any suppliers who did not return prices during the tender period stating the project has now turned live.
- To send out enquires against schedules and analyse quotations received
- Place orders in line with the procurement scheduled dates.
- To liaise with accounts on invoice delivery ticket queries.
- Awareness of Environmental issues within the construction company environment and the Environmental Manual policy and objectives
Required Attributes - Approachable and polite, Ability to deal with deadlines
- Good influencer / communicator
- Excellent negotiation skills, ability to influence others, and develop long term relationships with suppliers
- Good understanding of relevant legislation and it’s likely impact
- High quality standards, finisher, attention to detail required
- Be able to use standard computer software packages (Word, Excel, e mail, Document Control Systems) and proprietary computer packages for carrying out designs and producing programmes.
About the benefits: Excellent opportunity for you to take the Procurement lead and report directly into Director level. Excellent salary and package.
