Buyer (Materials + Plant)

Permanent Buyer – Construction / Civil Engineering

Location: Outskirts of Newcastle
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sector: Construction, Civil Engineering, Build, Structural, M&E

A well-established construction and built environment contractor, operating across civils, build and M&E, is looking to appoint a permanent Buyer to join its procurement function.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone already working in construction procurement, or someone from a builders’ merchant / construction materials supplier background who has strong product knowledge and is keen to move into a Buyer role with a progressive contractor.

The role is a group-wide position, supporting multiple divisions across building, civil engineering, structural works, mechanical and electrical, and wider construction operations.

The Role

* Procurement of construction materials across live projects

* Plant on-hire and off-hire coordination

* Liaising with site teams to understand material and plant requirements

* Obtaining quotes and comparing supplier prices, availability and lead times

* Raising purchase orders accurately and efficiently

* Maintaining regular contact with suppliers and subcontractors

* Supporting best value purchasing across the group

* Assisting with subcontract procurement where required

* Working closely with operational, commercial and site teams

What We’re Looking For

* Ideally 2–4 years’ buying / procurement experience, or more

* Construction, civil engineering or building sector experience would be highly beneficial

* Builders’ merchant or construction materials supplier experience would also be highly relevant

* Strong knowledge of materials supplied into civil engineering and construction projects

* Confident communicator with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams

* Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple requirements at once

* Keen to develop a long-term career within construction procurement

What’s on Offer

* Permanent Buyer role with a well-established contractor

* Based on the outskirts of Newcastle

* Group-wide role covering build, civils, structural and M&E divisions

* Competitive basic salary, aligned with experience

* Competitive benefits package

* Excellent long-term progression and personal development

* Support towards CIPS / MCIPS formal training

For more information, please apply via CV-Library or contact David Fletcher of Fulcrum Recruitment