Key Purpose of Role-Assistant Buyer To deliver a full procurement process to all sites within the required deadlines and on budget. Key Duties / Responsibilities-Assistant Buyer To assist in growing the supply chain with new innovative suppliers offering savings. Purchase of materials in line with site specification and development drawings. Effectively influence construction to minimise cost/spends. Reduce construction overheads by either re-negotiating rates or eliminate material wastage. To assist in the manage integration of material specification change. Manage procurement of specific sites - cradle to grave. To assist with price negotiation with all suppliers; influence reductions and advise on potential increases. To ensure invoice queries are completed for month end. To assist in monitoring supplier performance and effectively manage issues. Compile site comparisons for each site, request further discount and FOC items to make suppliers more appealing. Planning and scheduling material deliveries for new sites. Monitor material quality and feedback to suppliers. Procure new products and rebate reclamation. Assistant Buyer ONC, HNC (or equivalent) OR Qualified by experience HND (desirable) Experience Experienced in procurement environment Key knowledge and skills Literacy and numerical skills Demonstrates sound decision making and commercial awareness skills Ability to read and understand specifications / working drawings Understanding fully the build process and material timeline delivery Good time management skills Commercial awareness Personal attributes Good negotiator, excellent communicator and highly motivated. What we offer; Competitive Salary Car Allowance Annual Bonus Life Assurance 25 Days Holiday, plus bank holidays