Buyer

Location - Warrington

Salary/Package - £40,000 - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Our client is a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor operating throughout the North West, delivering high-quality infrastructure and groundwork solutions for leading house builders, developers, local authorities, and commercial clients. Their expertise spans bulk earthworks, drainage, roads and sewers, reinforced concrete, foundations, external works, and hard landscaping, supported by a reliable supply chain and modern fleet of plant and equipment.

With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and delivering projects safely and efficiently, the business continues to grow and is now looking to strengthen its commercial team with the appointment of an experienced Buyer based in Warrington.

As Buyer, you will be responsible for:

• Procuring groundworks materials, aggregates, concrete, drainage products, and civil engineering supplies

• Sourcing and negotiating the best commercial terms with suppliers and manufacturers

• Managing supplier relationships and developing new supply chain opportunities

• Raising and processing purchase orders in line with project requirements

• Working closely with Commercial, Estimating, and Operational teams to ensure timely material deliveries

• Monitoring supplier performance, pricing, and lead times

• Identifying cost-saving opportunities and driving value across the procurement function

• Maintaining accurate procurement records and ensuring compliance with company procedures

• Supporting project teams to ensure materials are available to meet programme requirements

The successful Buyer will have:

• Previous experience as a Buyer within the construction industry

• Experience procuring groundworks, aggregates, concrete, drainage, or civil engineering materials

• Strong knowledge of construction procurement and supply chain management

• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills

• Good commercial awareness and cost control experience

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement systems

• A proactive and commercially focused approach

• Full UK Driving Licence

• Competitive basic salary of £40,000 - £50,000

• Attractive benefits package

• Opportunity to join a growing and well-respected groundworks contractor

• Long-term career progression within an expanding commercial team

• Stable pipeline of residential and civil engineering projects

• Ongoing professional development and training

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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