Buyer Civils and Groundworks

  • Construction Jobs
  • NN1, Northampton, Northamptonshire
  • Sep 15, 2022
Construction

Job Description

Buyer Residential Groundworks and Civils Flexible working Northampton £40-£65k Built on strong relationships, exceptional service and a people ethos, this family-run, civil engineering and residential groundworks company are subcontractors to national housebuilders. Their long-standing clients have enabled them to expand organically and include David Wilson, Persimmon Homes and Barratts. Why you might like this opportunity: * Flexible working- 1-2 days work from home, you’ll be trusted to manage your workload and choose your combination of office and home working. * Private ownership - They look after and support their employees, empowering them to fulfil their potential. * 100% repeat business their strong relationships and exceptional service means they don’t actively tender for work or have to approach new clients, yet they’re expanding into new regions and growing organically at an impressive pace. * Autonomy You’ll have the freedom to challenge the status quo, implement change, take ownership, and drive innovation. * Promotion and development You’ll be given the best technology, training, and opportunities to develop and progress as far as you want to go. * Open door policy Everyone is approachable and it’s always an open forum when it comes to your ideas or problems. * Socials There’s something for everyone with team meals, cricket days against clients where you can invite your family down, volunteering days, Cheltenham races, reef making, afternoon tea, and days out to the rugby or football– pre-covid they even went to Amsterdam and Dublin. Reporting into the head of procurement you’ll be… Using your excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills to build relationships and manage suppliers, negotiating prices, and placing orders. You’ll liaise with the on-site teams to source the most cost-effective materials, of the highest quality. Must haves… Knowledge of building materials from groundworks or builders merchant/supplier Apply now, don’t worry if your CV is not up to date, simply apply with what you have and we can fill in the gaps later