Buying Assistant

Buying Assistant
Location: Keynsham, Bristol – BS31 2ED
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Excellent Benefits!
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Benefits: Award Winning Projects, Private Pension Plan, with employer contribution matching of up to 7%, 26 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, Additional 3 days paid leave per annum to participate in community projects, Private Health Care Scheme, Health Assured: Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance Scheme, Continuous Training & Development, Professional Membership Subscriptions, Cycle to Work Scheme, Eye Care Vouchers and Evening Class / Hobby Allowance!
Concrete Repairs Limited (CRL) has been setting the standard in the construction industry for over 65 years. Our innovative, award-winning projects demonstrate our commitment to excellence and professionalism.
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Buying Assistant to join our Support Services team, supporting regional operations across Chesterfield & Highways.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with some purchasing or procurement experience, ideally within construction or a related sector, who is looking to develop their career within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Working closely with the Regional Buyer and key operational teams, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring materials, plant, and equipment are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and to the highest quality standards.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Supporting the procurement of materials, plant, and PPE across the region
* Obtaining quotes, negotiating best value, and building strong supplier relationships
* Raising and managing purchase orders via company procurement systems
* Assisting with supply chain management and maintaining supplier records
* Coordinating the hire of vehicles and managing associated records and compliance
* Maintaining asset registers, ensuring equipment is tracked, serviced, and compliant
* Supporting the management of office stores, ensuring accurate logging and documentation (e.g. COSHH, SDS, certificates)
* Working closely with site and contracts teams to maximise use of available materials and reduce waste
* Assisting with PPE tracking and regional maintenance schedules
* Contributing to sustainability initiatives and researching environmentally responsible products
* Providing cover across the admin and procurement team when needed
What We’re Looking For
* Some experience in a buying/procurement role, ideally within construction or a similar environment
* Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritise workload
* Good communication skills, with a collaborative approach
* Basic negotiation skills and commercial awareness
* NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration (or similar), or
* Equivalent experience, or a willingness to work towards a qualification/apprenticeship
Why Join Us
* Be part of a supportive and collaborative regional team
* Gain exposure across procurement, supply chain, and operational delivery
* Play a key role in supporting sustainability and social value initiatives
* Develop your career within a growing and dynamic business
We are committed to:
* Maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and quality (SHEQ)
* Creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace
* Driving sustainability and social value across everything we do
If you feel you have the skills and experience to be considered for this role, click on apply today forwarding and up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance
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