Contract Administrator / Buyer Our client, an established and respected building services company based in Norfolk, is looking for an organised, capable Contract Administrator/Buyer to join their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on detail, enjoys juggling multiple priorities and wants to play a key role in keeping projects running smoothly from the back office. The Role Working closely with the wider commercial and operations team, the successful candidate will take ownership of contract administration and procurement across a varied portfolio of projects. It's a role with genuine variety, no two days the same, covering everything from raising orders and negotiating with suppliers to keeping contract paperwork accurate and up to date. The Role Will Involve Raising purchase orders and managing procurement across live projects Sourcing materials and negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers and subcontractors Maintaining accurate contract and order records Liaising with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of materials Supporting the wider team with general contract administration duties Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships to secure the best value for the business What Our Client Is Looking For Strong organisational skills and real attention to detail Confidence negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors Previous experience in a contract administration, buying, or procurement role (construction or building services background advantageous but not essential) A proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to manage competing priorities Good communication skills, comfortable liaising across site and office teams IT literate, with solid working knowledge of Excel and general office systems Why Apply This is a stable, varied role within a well-regarded business, offering the chance to get involved across a broad range of projects and build strong relationships across the industry. Our client values people who take ownership and get things right first time and offers genuine scope to develop within the role. Sound Like the Right Fit? Candidates with the organisation, drive, and attention to detail this role demands are encouraged to get in touch. Apply now send your CV to Jade Wiley at Select Recruitment today.
08/09/2026
Full time
Contract Administrator / Buyer Our client, an established and respected building services company based in Norfolk, is looking for an organised, capable Contract Administrator/Buyer to join their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on detail, enjoys juggling multiple priorities and wants to play a key role in keeping projects running smoothly from the back office. The Role Working closely with the wider commercial and operations team, the successful candidate will take ownership of contract administration and procurement across a varied portfolio of projects. It's a role with genuine variety, no two days the same, covering everything from raising orders and negotiating with suppliers to keeping contract paperwork accurate and up to date. The Role Will Involve Raising purchase orders and managing procurement across live projects Sourcing materials and negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers and subcontractors Maintaining accurate contract and order records Liaising with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of materials Supporting the wider team with general contract administration duties Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships to secure the best value for the business What Our Client Is Looking For Strong organisational skills and real attention to detail Confidence negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors Previous experience in a contract administration, buying, or procurement role (construction or building services background advantageous but not essential) A proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to manage competing priorities Good communication skills, comfortable liaising across site and office teams IT literate, with solid working knowledge of Excel and general office systems Why Apply This is a stable, varied role within a well-regarded business, offering the chance to get involved across a broad range of projects and build strong relationships across the industry. Our client values people who take ownership and get things right first time and offers genuine scope to develop within the role. Sound Like the Right Fit? Candidates with the organisation, drive, and attention to detail this role demands are encouraged to get in touch. Apply now send your CV to Jade Wiley at Select Recruitment today.
Looking to build a career in construction procurement? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established specialist roofing and cladding contractor delivering technically demanding packages across a range of live construction projects. You will become part of a busy, supportive buying team, helping to keep projects moving by ensuring materials, plant and equipment are ordered accurately and delivered to site on time. This role would suit an organised and commercially minded administrator who wants to develop into a construction Buyer. The Role You will support the buying team with: Raising and processing purchase orders Tracking deliveries and updating project teams Confirming prices, lead times and availability with suppliers Maintaining accurate procurement and supplier records Assisting with quotation comparisons Resolving routine delivery and invoice queries Arranging returns for damaged or incorrect materials Updating internal spreadsheets and purchasing systems Liaising with suppliers, site teams and Project Managers About You You will be organised, accurate and confident communicating by phone and email. Previous experience in administration, purchasing, stock control or customer service would be beneficial. Construction experience is not essential, provided you are keen to learn and develop. You should have: Strong attention to detail Good Microsoft Excel, Word and email skills A proactive and organised approach Confidence dealing with suppliers and internal teams The ability to manage several tasks at once An interest in construction, buying or supply-chain management Any previous experience in the construction sector would be beneficial Company Benefits Include: 5.6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays Your birthday off every year Additional time off between Christmas and New Year Company pension scheme Early finish on Fridays Training and development opportunities Career progression opportunities Sage employee discounts and benefits Regular team socials, nights out and events throughout the year Company golf days Regular charity fundraisers and clothing donations
02/09/2026
Full time
Looking to build a career in construction procurement? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established specialist roofing and cladding contractor delivering technically demanding packages across a range of live construction projects. You will become part of a busy, supportive buying team, helping to keep projects moving by ensuring materials, plant and equipment are ordered accurately and delivered to site on time. This role would suit an organised and commercially minded administrator who wants to develop into a construction Buyer. The Role You will support the buying team with: Raising and processing purchase orders Tracking deliveries and updating project teams Confirming prices, lead times and availability with suppliers Maintaining accurate procurement and supplier records Assisting with quotation comparisons Resolving routine delivery and invoice queries Arranging returns for damaged or incorrect materials Updating internal spreadsheets and purchasing systems Liaising with suppliers, site teams and Project Managers About You You will be organised, accurate and confident communicating by phone and email. Previous experience in administration, purchasing, stock control or customer service would be beneficial. Construction experience is not essential, provided you are keen to learn and develop. You should have: Strong attention to detail Good Microsoft Excel, Word and email skills A proactive and organised approach Confidence dealing with suppliers and internal teams The ability to manage several tasks at once An interest in construction, buying or supply-chain management Any previous experience in the construction sector would be beneficial Company Benefits Include: 5.6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays Your birthday off every year Additional time off between Christmas and New Year Company pension scheme Early finish on Fridays Training and development opportunities Career progression opportunities Sage employee discounts and benefits Regular team socials, nights out and events throughout the year Company golf days Regular charity fundraisers and clothing donations
