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Reed
Posted 15 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

St. Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 7DZ, England

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • A permanent position for a Project Buyer in construction is available in St Albans, Hertfordshire, offering a salary of up to £50k per annum.
  • The role requires candidates to have experience as a Buyer or Procurement Officer in the building services and facilities management industry.
  • Key responsibilities include seeking quotes, negotiating prices, managing orders, and liaising between suppliers and internal teams.
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel is required, along with a strong knowledge of the industry; a CIPS qualification is advantageous.
  • The company provides a supportive work environment, free parking, pension, private healthcare, and 28 days of holiday.
PROJECT BUYER (CONSTRUCTION) VACANCY!
  • Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
  • Job Type: Permanent, (fully site-based)
  • Salary: up to £50k per annum

A new opportunity has recently opened up with a specialist provider of engineering, construction and facilities management solutions to both public/private sector organisations. The company is a progressive, equal opportunities employer striving to create the best environment within which their staff can work and develop their capabilities. 

If you are a Buyer or Procurement Officer with building services and FM industry experience looking for your next career move, the read further for more information on this brilliant opportunity.

Your primary responsibilities would be to:

  • Seek quotes on prices and availability of materials from a variety of suppliers
  • Negotiate best prices with suppliers and manage the order placing process
  • Purchase goods, supplies and other relevant services including those for FM
  • Identify potential suppliers and new products
  • Liaise between suppliers and relevant internal departments (i.e Project Management and Facilities Management teams)
  • Closely monitor and report delivery schedules to and from sites
  • Keep detailed records and maintain a well organised work schedule
  • Assess the reliability of suppliers and delivery performance
  • Conduct supplier list reviews to secure approved supplier list 
  • Ensure all materials comply with Health and Safety guidelines
  • Any other duties commensurate with the post

You must be proficient in Ms Word/Excel as well as have a firm knowledge of building services and FM industry. CIPS qualification would also be an advantage in this role.

In return, the company offers a generous package  and wider benefits including:

  • A close-knit and supportive team
  • Free parking
  • Pension + Private BUPA healthcare
  • Onsite Gym
  • 28 days Holiday 

Apply now if interested!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.