Assistant Buyer (Construction)
JOB_53173934687541Job type
PermanentLocation
Nr WrexhamWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Construction - Building ProjectsIndustry
ConstructionPay
£28,000 - £30,000
Assistant Buyer – Construction Sector
We’re looking for a motivated and experienced Assistant Construction Buyer to join this busy and growing Construction Contractor
Based within their experienced Commercial team, this role plays a key part in supporting the delivery of construction projects by ensuring materials, equipment, and services are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively
Based within their experienced Commercial team, this role plays a key part in supporting the delivery of construction projects by ensuring materials, equipment, and services are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively
What You’ll Be Doing
- Ordering of construction materials, tools and equipment
- Coordinating the ordering and delivery of construction materials to meet project timelines
- Managing the hire and return of tools, machinery, and temporary infrastructure
- Comparing supplier quotes and assisting with procurement decisions
- Monitoring usage and availability of company-owned equipment across sites
- Producing regular reports on procurement activity and plant utilisation
- Supporting the development and maintenance of procurement schedules
- Attending site and project meetings to provide updates on supply chain matters
- Carrying out site visits to ensure procurement processes are being followed
- Assisting with general procurement administration and ad-hoc tasks
You’ll have:
- Knowledge & Understanding of Construction
- Familiarity of Construction materials
- Understanding of procurement, logistics and supply chain operations
- Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills
- Previous experience in a construction or project-based environment
- A proactive approach and the ability to work well under pressure
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Assistant Buyer (Construction)JOB_531739346875412025-05-142025-08-13
Talk to Paul Hughes, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Chester, 1st Floor, 8a Friarsgate, Grosvenor StreetTelephone 01244322857Click here to access our Privacy Policy, which provides detailed information on how we use and protect your personal information, and your rights in relation to this.
JOB_53173934687541