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Assistant Buyer Construction

ARC Group

Essex

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 40,000

Full time

22 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Buyer to enhance their procurement team. This role offers a unique chance to work on high-quality residential projects while developing your career in materials buying. You will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating prices, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Join a supportive and collaborative environment that values career progression and offers competitive compensation. If you are passionate about construction and procurement, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Career Progression Opportunities

Supportive Working Environment

Competitive Salary Package

Experience as an Assistant Buyer in residential construction.
Strong negotiation and communication skills required.

Assist in procurement of materials and subcontractor packages.
Manage supplier relationships and ensure timely deliveries.

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Procurement Processes Knowledge

Supplier Management

Excel

Procurement Software

Assistant Buyer Residential Developer

Location: Hertfordshire

Salary: GBP35,000 - GBP40,000 + Package

Are you an Assistant Buyer with experience in residential construction? Do you want to join a well-established house builder with a strong pipeline of projects?

Our client, a reputable residential developer, is looking for an Assistant Buyer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-quality housing developments while progressing your career in procurement and materials buying.

Role & Responsibilities:

Assisting the Buying team with procurement of materials and subcontractor packages
Placing orders, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing
Supporting with tendering, price negotiations, and supplier performance reviews
Working closely with site teams to ensure materials are delivered on time
Keeping up to date with market trends and new suppliers

What We re Looking For:

Experience in an Assistant Buyer role within construction (ideally residential)
Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and material buying
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Proficiency in Excel and procurement software

What s On Offer?

Competitive salary GBP35K - GBP40K + package
Career progression opportunities with a growing house builder
Supportive and collaborative working environment

If you are interested in the above position, apply now by sending your CV to (url removed) or contact Jayne Docherty on (phone number removed).

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