Buyer

Buyer
£35,000 - £45,000 DOE + Car Allowance + 25 Days Holiday + Progression
Ringwood, Hampshire - Office Based with Regular Site Visit
Opportunity to be trained in Quantity Surveying

An exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join a growing residential developer in a varied role offering full training, autonomy, and excellent long-term progression. You will have the opportunity to develop your procurement expertise while also gaining hands-on exposure to Quantity Surveying, helping you build a well-rounded commercial skill set.

Do you have experience purchasing construction materials? Do you have a good understanding of construction products and procurement processes? Are you looking to join a close-knit business where you can develop your skills, take on responsibility, and progress your career?

With over 50 years of experience delivering residential developments and care homes across Hampshire, this established developer has a strong pipeline of upcoming projects and is continuing to grow its team.

Working closely with the Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in the procurement and commercial management of projects from initial tender through to completion. You will liaise with suppliers and subcontractors, negotiate competitive rates, manage procurement schedules, and gain valuable exposure to the wider commercial side of construction.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a buying, procurement, or quantity surveying role within the construction industry, alongside a strong understanding of construction materials and the ability to communicate confidently with suppliers and subcontractors. You will be proactive, adaptable, and keen to learn, with full training and support available to help you develop your career within Buying or Quantity Surveying.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, close-knit business with minimal corporate red tape, where you will gain broad exposure across residential and care home developments while being given the autonomy and support to build a long-term career.

The Role:

• Procuring subcontractors, materials, and services for construction projects
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to negotiate competitive rates
• Supporting tenders, contracts, purchase orders, valuations, and variations
• Monitoring project costs, budgets, and procurement schedules
• Supporting the commercial management of projects from tender through to completion
• Attending regular site visits to monitor progress and upcoming material requirements

The Person:

• Experience in a Buying, Procurement, or Quantity Surveying role within the construction industry
• Good understanding of construction materials and procurement processes
• Confident communicating and negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors
• Proactive, adaptable, and hardworking approach
• Keen to develop a long-term career within Buying or Quantity Surveying
• Full UK driving licence and happy to travel to project sites as required

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.