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Senior Buyer

Thorn Baker Construction
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Oldham, Lancashire OL9 9SH, England

Salary

£45,000 - £50,000 per year

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Senior Buyer or Construction Procurement Specialist located in Oldham, offering a salary of up to £50,000 along with additional benefits like a car allowance and bonus.
  • The role involves managing end-to-end procurement for materials, plant, and subcontract packages across multiple live projects in a dynamic construction environment.
  • Candidates should have proven experience as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, or Procurement Manager specifically in the construction sector, with strong negotiation and commercial skills.
  • Familiarity with procurement/ERP systems and a CIPS qualification are desirable, while the company offers progression opportunities and a supportive culture.
  • The ideal candidate should be highly organized, detail-driven, and able to manage multiple projects effectively, with a preference for those with experience of at least 3-5 years in a similar role.

 

Senior Buyer / Construction Buyer / Procurement Manager

Location: Oldham
Full-time, Permanent
Salary: up to £50,000 with car allowance, bonus etc.

Are you an experienced Senior Buyer or Construction Procurement Specialist ready to make an impact? This is an exciting opportunity to lead purchasing across multiple live projects within a fast-paced, forward-thinking construction business.

The Role
  • Manage end-to-end procurement for materials, plant, and subcontract packages.
  • Negotiate best pricing, rebates, and terms to maximise margin and cashflow.
  • Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring quality and reliability.
  • Collaborate with Commercial, Site, and Pre-Con teams to plan and forecast requirements.
  • Track spend, cost commitments, and supplier performance for reporting accuracy.
About You
  • Proven experience as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, or Procurement Manager in the construction sector.
  • Strong negotiation and commercial skills with a keen eye for value.
  • Confident using procurement/ERP systems such as Evolution M, Conquest, or similar.
  • Highly organised, detail-driven, and able to manage multiple projects at pace.
  • CIPS qualification and familiarity with JCT/NEC contracts are desirable.
What's in it for you?
  • Progression opportunities to Procurement Lead or Head of Buying.
  • Join a modern, collaborative, and growing construction company.
  • Supportive culture, and real autonomy.
  • 6 Day shutdown at Christmas
  • Pension, Death in service, Income protection, private healthcare etc. 

 

If you're a driven construction buyer who loves negotiation, collaboration, and delivering results, apply today or call Rhian at Thorn Baker on (phone number removed)

 

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