Senior Buyer - Mechanical & Electrical
£45,000 - £53,000 DOE
Kent
Hybrid

A fantastic EXCLUSIVE opportunity - Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in mechanical or electrical procurement? Do you thrive in a fast-paced construction environment and take pride in sourcing high-quality materials at the best value? We're looking for a proactive and detail-driven Mechanical/Electrical Buyer to join our clients Procurement & Supply Chain team.

In this role, you'll be responsible for procuring mechanical and electrical materials, plant, and services to support a range of construction and building services projects. You'll collaborate closely with site teams, project managers, and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing aligned with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Source and procure mechanical and electrical materials, plant, and services for commercial and industrial construction projects.
Review technical specifications to ensure compliance with procurement requirements.
Obtain competitive quotes, negotiate pricing and terms, and raise purchase orders.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
Liaise with project and site teams on material needs, delivery schedules, and plant hire coordination.
Monitor order progress and resolve any delivery or invoice issues.
Provide cost analysis, value engineering suggestions, and support project cost controls.
Stay informed on market trends, supply risks, and alternative product options.
Ensure adherence to company procurement procedures, health and safety, and sustainability policies.
Support the Procurement Manager in continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes.

Requirements

Proven experience in a procurement role within the Mechanical & Electrical sector, construction industry.
Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience
Excellent analytical and cost management skills
Familiarity with procurement software and tools
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

Working towards or qualfied in CIPS
A-levels or NVQ (preferably in Business, Finance, or Construction-related field)

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