A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Buyer to join a major civil engineering and infrastructure specialist who operates across the UK, delivering projects in sectors such as water, marine, flood defence and energy. My client is known for its expertise in complex infrastructure works, including quay wall construction, jetty refurbishments, and flood resilience schemes. Their projects often involve significant collaboration with subcontractors and specialists in steel fabrication, marine construction, and environmental management.
As Buyer you will be part of a supportive and welcoming team, responsible for purchasing materials, equipment etc.
As Buyer you will:
* Be responsible for purchasing construction materials and equipment from suppliers
* Negotiate prices, terms of business and delivery dates
* Ensure that materials/equipment comply with company and industry guidelines
* Review the supply chain to ensure best practise
Our client requires a Buyer with:
* Experience of working within the Construction/Civil Engineering market
* Excellent communication/negotiation skills
* Previous experience within a similar position
* Hold or working towards a CIPS professional qualification
* Extensive knowledge of trades and materials in Civil Engineering and Rail Sectors
* Knowledge of common use sub-contract documents
* Excellent negotiation skills
* Flexible in adapting to working within a fully integrated off...