Location: Reading Area
Industry: Civil Engineering (Residential, Infrastructure and Commercial Projects)
Salary: £40,000-£60,000 dependant on experience
Office: Brand new office offering a competitive financial package, training, and development opportunities.
Project Range: £100,000 to £15m
Responsibilities:
* Material Sourcing & Purchasing: Identify and procure essential construction materials, such as aggregates, drainage, concrete, and other supplies.
* Subcontract Sourcing & Purchasing: Source and purchase subcontractor services required for various projects.
* Contract Negotiations: Work closely with suppliers to secure the best value while maintaining quality standards.
* Supplier Performance Monitoring: Continuously assess and monitor supplier performance to ensure reliability and quality.
* Procurement Software: Utilise procurement software to place orders and review invoices.
* Relationship Management: Build, manage, and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers, site teams, and other construction professionals.
Person Specification:
* Industry Knowledge: Experience in purchasing materials and subcontractor services within the civil engineering or construction sectors.
* Analytical Skills: Strong attention to detail, with an analytical and methodical approach to procurement activities.
* Software Proficiency: Experience with procurement software and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
* Material Take-off Ability: Capable of extracting material quantities from construction drawings to ensure accurate procurement. Potentially a background in Quantity Surveying.
This role provides a fantastic opportunity for an individual with the right skills and experience to join a dynamic team, working on a variety of exciting, civil engineering projects. If you're looking to take the next step in your procurement career, this position could be the ideal fit.