Senior Buyer - Residential / House Builder

Building Careers UK Ltd ,
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary: £45000 - £60000 per annum + package

Overview

Senior Buyer - Residential Developments - Neg Our client is a residential developer who specialises in traditional build of new build houses and apartments. They are looking to expand their team with the addition of an experienced Buyer to step and introduce systems and procedures. An office based position, you will report into the Commercial Manager/Director and work closely with their team on their current/new residential developments of new build homes. As a Senior Buyer you will be procuring materials to meet the build programme of this project. Some of your duties in this role are as follows: Procuring brickwork, carpentry and sanitary materials Hiring plant e.g. cabins, forklifts, fencing, cranes etc. Compiling monthly reports on budgeting control on all materials Resolving supplier disputes Support the estimating team with pre-tender quotations and resolve material specification issues Experience Required At least 5 years of procurement experience with a residential property developer Experience with procuring materials for new build developments. Sound knowledge of construction techniques Comprehension of building, environmental and disability standards Outstanding communication and negotiation skills Proven track record and have shown stable UK employment and have residential construction experience with a recognised developer. If you think this would be a great opportunity and is of interest, please send an updated CV to be considered