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Buyer
Bolton, Greater Manchester
30,000 - 55,000 + Package
Commercial Interior Fit-out Specialist
Formed in 2010, this business are a leading fit out and refurbishment national contractor. They deliver the complete construction solution through five dedicated business divisions: Fit out and Refurb, Electrical Works, Passive Fire Works, Social Housing refurbishment works and PAS 2030 works.
They're a family type run business. We work hard, invest in our people and treat them well. In return, our team has a strong work ethic and does whatever it takes to deliver projects that exceed our clients' expectations.
We are continuing to grow, and as a result are looking for a buyer/estimator in our Bolton offices to support us to reach our ambitions and to work with the commercial and operational team leads
The group provides several services to a variety of sectors including the secure environment, education, commercial, government, social housing and leisure.
We have an enviable reputation of repeat works, and to the highest standards of quality and are looking for someone to join the team as a buyer
The Role
Based in our Bolton office, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that material & plant requirements for individual projects are procured & managed in an efficient & professional manner. The role will entail working with the estimating team and the divisional leads to establish quantities/products and best prices. Obtaining material dats sheets and building a library for O&M manuals would also be required.
- Undertake the ordering of materials in accordance with relevant specifications and drawings applicable to the individual projects.
- Undertake the ordering of plant/machinery hire or purchase in accordance with the requirements of the individual projects.
- Liaise with Material & plant suppliers in a professional, courteous & consistent manner.
- Ensure the company system for undertaking & recording material & plant orders are adhered too at all times.
- Assist in the implementation & development of any new management systems that the company may introduce, that will fundamentally affect the role of the buyer.
- Monitor the performance of company suppliers and advise senior management of any misdemeanours or poor performance encountered.
- Always endeavour to secure the best deals available to the company. You should you a professional judgement based on cost, time, performance & attitude.
- Manage the logistical elements of the Company delivery vehicle to ensure collections and/or deliveries are effectively carried out.
- Assist the estimating department when tendering new contracts.
- Maintain the Hilti asset management software.
