Later Living Developer
Permanent: up to £45,000 + Package
Location: Oxford We are currently searching for a Buyer for an award winning later living developer who are very busy at present and are looking to add additional talent to their commercial team.
As Buyer you will be primarily based in the head office with occasional travel to site.
The Role:
Managing the procurement of materials and plant across multiple developments, ensuring timely and cost-effective supply
Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, securing competitive rates, favourable terms and reliable delivery programmes
Placing and managing purchase orders, tracking deliveries and resolving any supply or quality issues
Working closely with Commercial and Site teams to align procurement with programme requirements and build schedules
Monitoring material budgets and cost movements, identifying savings opportunities and reporting on expenditure
Developing and maintaining supplier relationships, ensuring performance, consistency and value for money
Maintaining accurate procurement records, including orders, invoices, pricing schedules and supplier databases
Supporting bulk buying and group deals, leveraging economies of scale across multiple sites Required:
Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role, ideally within residential development or construction
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with the ability to secure competitive pricing and reliable supply
Experience procuring construction materials, with a good understanding of build programmes and site requirements
Highly organised with strong commercial awareness, capable of managing orders, budgets and supplier performance To apply for this role please send your CV through the portal or get in contact with Sam Marsden at Lonsite directly
Salary description
£50000.00 - £55000.00 per year