Buyer in Glasgow, City of Glasgow

South East Glasgow | Permanent | Full-time

We are working on behalf of an established organisation within the construction and housebuilding sector, which is looking to appoint a motivated and organised Buyer to join their existing team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with buying or procurement experience to join a busy department and support project delivery through effective sourcing and purchasing of materials and plant.

As a Buyer, you will support and manage purchasing requirements, ensuring materials are sourced at competitive prices and delivered to project timescales and specifications.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Sourcing and purchasing materials and plant to meet project requirements.
• Obtaining and reviewing supplier quotations to ensure value for money.
• Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Developing positive working relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Preparing and processing purchase orders.
• Keeping track of orders, deliveries and supplier performance.
• Working closely with site teams, Contracts Managers and Commercial colleagues.
• Ensuring purchased materials meet the required standards and specifications.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience within a buying or procurement position, ideally within construction or housebuilding.
• Good knowledge of materials, products and supplier pricing.
• Confident negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage workloads and work to deadlines.
• A positive, self-motivated and proactive approach.

• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for development and progression.

• Location: Office-based, South East Glasgow.
• Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8.30am–5.00pm and Friday, 8.30am–4.00pm.
• Working arrangements: Flexible working available.
• Contract: Permanent, full-time.
• Start date: As soon as the right candidate is identified.

If you have previous buying experience and are looking for your next opportunity within the construction or housebuilding industry, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Legal Information:
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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.