Buyer - Industrial Roofing & Cladding

About the Client An exciting new opportunity is being created for an experienced Industrial rofing and Cladding Buyer. A specialist subcontractor based in the South East with full order books requires your expertise, relationships and knowledge of commercial roofing, cladding and rainscreen products. About the Role As a Buyer you will be responsible for ensuring that materials required for construction projects are provided to schedule and according to projected budgets. The buying department plays a vital role in the profitability of contracts. Although not an exhaustive list, your duties will include: The main elements of the role are: * Placing orders for plant and equipment from procurement schedules and site requests; * Placing of global material orders from tender information; * Feedback of information to estimating department; * Sourcing of new or alternative materials; * Producing supplier tender comparisons; * Producing project cost/value reports; * Sending enquiries and chasing quotes; * Arranging transfer of material/plant between sites and head office when necessary; * Attending contract handover meetings; * Attending contract coordination meetings; * Opening accounts with new suppliers; * Meeting with suppliers representatives to negotiate prices and build rapport; * Instigating and finalising Supplier Performance Reviews * Close out of supplier related NCR’s * Regular liaison with the Purchasing Manager. If you have this experience and are looking for a rewarding career with a great business. About the Candidate * You will come from a specialist industrial roofing contractor and have at least two years experience as a buyer in the industry. * The successful candidate will be able to thrive and develop in a demanding role. You will be a proactive and enthusiastic member of the team and have impeccable communication skills as this role will involve extensive communication with site personnel, client and suppliers