Construction Buyer

Asper Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

This is a key role in the business, the function of which is to purchase materials and services at the best price and to progress delivery of items to adhere to manufacturing programmes. You must be results driven and have experience in negotiation and communication skills at all levels. You will work closely with key internal stakeholders such as sales, drawing department, and manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

1. Liaise with estimators at tender stage to ensure that budget prices are obtained for items and that long delivery items are highlighted.
2. Liaise with suppliers to resolve any technical queries raised by contacts manager/setting out prior to submitting drawings for approval.
3. Place orders for requisitioned items at best price and suitable delivery.
4. Ensure requisitions are raised for long delivery items to ensure project programmes are met. Highlight issues to Setting Out / Contract Manager.
5. Progress delivery of items and sub-contract works once ordered to meet project requirements. Resolve progress issues with suppliers and identify any major problems to Contract Managers.
6. Collation of delivery notes for received goods. Pick up defective issues with suppliers and resolve commercial problems.
7. Sign invoices on a monthly basis against delivery note in order to achieve maximum discount. Identify discrepancies on invoices and resolve with suppliers to obtain credit notes.
8. All relevant Company Standing Instructions must be followed at all times i.e. Purchase Invoice management, glass checking procedures etc.
9. Manage commercial disputes.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role or relevant on the job experience.
2. Knowledge of joinery and metalwork.
3. Flexible and committed approach, with a desire to meet company objectives.
4. Strong negotiation skills and attention to detail.