Buyer
£28,000 - £35,000
Gloucester
Monday to Friday - Flexible
About the Role:
My client is seeking a highly organised and motivated Buyer to join their small, friendly team in Gloucester. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth and efficient procurement of materials, plant, and labour for their roofing and cladding contracts. Working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement:
Source and purchase all necessary materials, plant, and labour for ongoing projects, ensuring adherence to budget.
Coordinate and chase deliveries and site call-offs for the contracts team.
Negotiate competitive prices and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Assist Estimators with tender pricing.
Maintain accurate records of purchases and supplier information using a procurement system.
Invoice Processing:
Review and approve invoices related to purchasing activities.
Ensure correct coding and timely processing of invoices.
Liaise with accounts payable to resolve any discrepancies.
Operations & Maintenance Manuals:
Produce comprehensive operations and maintenance manuals for completed projects.
Ensure manuals are accurate, up-to-date, and comply with industry standards.
System Management:
Utilise system for procurement, inventory management, and monthly reporting.
Maintain accurate data within the system and generate reports as required.
Supplier Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers.
Identify and evaluate potential new suppliers to expand our supply chain.
Communication & Administration:
Respond to inquiries from suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders via phone and email.
Perform general administrative tasks related to procurement and project support.
Qualifications & Skills:
Proven experience as a Buyer, preferably within the construction or building materials industry.
Strong understanding of procurement processes and best practices.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Eque2 is a plus.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Benefits:
Salary: £28,000 to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Holiday: 25 days per year plus bank holidays (accrued from your first day of employment).
Group Life Insurance: Life insurance cover provided from your first day of employment.
Company Pension Scheme.
Private Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plan, including access to private healthcare facilities and specialists (available after successful completion of probation).
Cash Plan: Access to a cash plan that provides financial support for everyday healthcare expenses, such as dental check-ups, optical care, and physiotherapy (available after successful completion of probation).
Additional Perks:
On-site parking.
Social events.
Training and development opportunities.
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