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Job Title: Buyer
Location: Barnsley
Salary: 50,000 + Benefits
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join our construction team in Barnsley. This role will play a vital part in managing procurement activities, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, and building strong supplier relationships to support the successful delivery of our construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end procurement process for construction materials, plant, and subcontracted services
Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to ensure best value, quality, and reliability
Place and manage purchase orders in line with project requirements and budgets
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance and resolving any issues
Work closely with project teams to forecast material and service needs
Ensure all procurement activity complies with company policies, procedures, and contractual requirements
Monitor market trends, pricing, and availability to support commercial decision-making
Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and value engineering opportunities
About You
Proven experience as a Buyer within the construction industry
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
Knowledge of construction materials, plant hire, and subcontract procurement
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Commercially aware with strong attention to detail
IT literate, with experience using procurement and ERP systems
What We Offer
Competitive salary of 50,000 per annum
Benefits package including pension and healthcare
Career development opportunities within a growing business
The chance to work on a diverse range of construction projects
A supportive and collaborative team environment
If interested please call John Baker or Kat Oxlade
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