Regional Buyer

We are Developments, part of the Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's more than just homes that make a community - it's the people. That's why we build homes and manage communities where everyone can thrive.

We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.

This is a real opportunity for someone to grow with the business and you would be joining at the start of this growth transformation with the ability to influence and be part of the success.

More about your role

Working within the regional Commercial team, this is an essential role. You will be expected to support with project planning and scheduling, procurement, cost planning, supplier selection & commissioning, client-facing activities, and cost control management reporting. With a strong working knowledge of the Housebuilding industry, you will be involved in multiple projects and be expected to support these at varying stages of the pre-construction and construction phases.

More about you

You will carry out the procurement of relevant house building material and plant packages in line with regional timescales and build programmes, including all such packages to support the set-up and daily activities of each site.

You will be experienced in Schedule/Programme material requirements and liaising directly with the supply chain to maintain knowledge of material lead times and availability.

Ideally educated to a minimum of NVQ Level 3.

This role is highly collaborative, and you will need the ability to work as part of a close-knit management team and manage numerous activities/projects simultaneously – both short and long term. You will work with a few internal and external stakeholders and will need to be able to evidence at interview where you have built long-term relationships using your strong influencing and negotiation skills.

The benefits

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you job security and all the challenge you could wish for. Here people can flourish, thrive, better themselves and work in fantastic communities with inspirational colleagues and customers.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to help colleagues save money or make their lives a little bit easier which can include:

• Bonus
• Company Car/Allowance
• Excellent holiday pay and sick pay
• Pension with matched contributions
• Training
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more