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.