Hampshire
Up to £48,000 + Package
An established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join their team on a major long-term infrastructure project.
This is a key role within a growing procurement function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of supplier performance, influence procurement strategy, and support the delivery of high-profile projects across the South.
Senior Buyer - Salary & Benefits
Salary up to £48,000 (DOE)
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
Private healthcare
Company phone
Annual discretionary bonus
Long-term project pipeline & career progression
Senior Buyer - Job Overview
Lead procurement of materials, plant, and subcontract services across live projects and tenders
Identify and develop new suppliers to ensure a competitive and resilient supply chain
Negotiate commercial terms to achieve best value and mitigate risk
Support and mentor Buyers, contributing to the day-to-day running of the procurement team
Extract and manage procurement schedules from technical drawings and contract documentation
Work closely with Contracts, Estimating, and Site Teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services
Attend contract handover meetings and support early-stage procurement strategy
Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with QHSE and project requirements
Produce cost analysis, value engineering, and lifecycle cost reporting for senior stakeholders
Senior Buyer - Requirements
Proven experience in a Buyer / Senior Buyer role within civil engineering or construction
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively
Experience procuring materials, plant, and subcontract services on infrastructure projects
Commercially astute with strong analytical and reporting capabilities
Experience mentoring or supporting junior procurement staff
Good understanding of QHSE standards and compliance requirements
Familiarity with procurement systems (e.g. Procore, EVision or similar)
CIPS membership (or working towards) - desirable
Full UK driving licence
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure scheme with long-term security
Join a well-established contractor with a strong reputation in the sector
Play a key role in shaping procurement processes and supplier strategy
Clear progression within a growing business
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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Salary description
£42000.00 - £48000.00 per year