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- Collaborate with estimators during the tender process to obtain accurate budget pricing and flag long-lead items.
- Liaise with suppliers to resolve technical queries before drawings are submitted for approval.
- Place orders for requisitioned items, balancing cost-effectiveness with timely delivery.
- Track and expedite deliveries to align with project schedules, escalating issues as necessary to the Setting Out or Contract Manager.
- Manage sub-contract procurement and monitor progress to ensure project requirements are met.
- Resolve any delivery delays or supply issues in collaboration with the relevant departments.
- Match delivery notes against goods received and manage any defective items with suppliers.
- Process and verify supplier invoices against deliveries, resolve discrepancies, and obtain credit notes as needed.
- Follow all relevant company procedures and standing instructions, including glass checking and invoice management protocols.
- Address and resolve commercial disputes with suppliers in the best interest of the company.
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a procurement or buyer role, ideally in manufacturing or construction
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and a results-driven mindset
- Flexible, reliable, and committed to team and company goals
- Good working knowledge of joinery or metalwork (or a willingness to learn)
- NVQ in Business or related qualification
- Experience working with bespoke or high-specification materials
- Salary of £33,000
- Free on-site parking
- Company pension scheme
- Life insurance
- 26 days holiday + bank holidays (including 4 days over Christmas and New Year)
- 8:50am to 4:50pm or 7:50am to 3:50pm, Monday to Friday
