Procurement / Buyer Assistant Location: Perth Office-Based Full-Time Permanent Our client, a civil construction business in Perth, is looking for a Procurement / Buyer Assistant to support its purchasing team with sourcing materials, managing supplier information, and ensuring smooth, accurate procurement activity across multiple projects. This role is ideal for someone organised, commercially aware, and confident working in a fast-paced office environment. The Role You ll play a key part in day-to-day procurement operations gathering quotes, updating supplier records, processing purchase orders, and helping ensure materials and equipment arrive on time. You ll work closely with buyers, suppliers, and project teams to keep purchasing activities running efficiently and in line with company and client expectations. The client will also consider candidates earlier in their career who are looking for an opportunity to develop and grow within an established, well-thought-of business. Key Duties Source prices and product information from suppliers Support buyers with ordering materials, tools, and consumables Maintain accurate digital purchase order and supplier records Track deliveries and chase updates on outstanding orders Assist with invoice checks and resolve simple pricing or quantity issues Help prepare tender information and supporting documents Set up new suppliers and keep records up to date Gather procurement data for basic reports and summaries Carry out product research and compile comparison information Monitor recurring stock requirements and help schedule re-orders Prepare documents for supplier meetings and assist with admin tasks Ensure all procurement actions follow internal processes and approvals Essential: Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain Strong communication and relationship-building skills Good commercial awareness and attention to detail Confident with Microsoft Office and general IT systems Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks Able to work independently and as part of a small team Desirable: Purchasing or supply chain qualification (e.g. CIPS) Experience in construction or civil engineering Awareness of ISO and compliance standards Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
11/02/2026
Full time
Procurement / Buyer Assistant Location: Perth Office-Based Full-Time Permanent Our client, a civil construction business in Perth, is looking for a Procurement / Buyer Assistant to support its purchasing team with sourcing materials, managing supplier information, and ensuring smooth, accurate procurement activity across multiple projects. This role is ideal for someone organised, commercially aware, and confident working in a fast-paced office environment. The Role You ll play a key part in day-to-day procurement operations gathering quotes, updating supplier records, processing purchase orders, and helping ensure materials and equipment arrive on time. You ll work closely with buyers, suppliers, and project teams to keep purchasing activities running efficiently and in line with company and client expectations. The client will also consider candidates earlier in their career who are looking for an opportunity to develop and grow within an established, well-thought-of business. Key Duties Source prices and product information from suppliers Support buyers with ordering materials, tools, and consumables Maintain accurate digital purchase order and supplier records Track deliveries and chase updates on outstanding orders Assist with invoice checks and resolve simple pricing or quantity issues Help prepare tender information and supporting documents Set up new suppliers and keep records up to date Gather procurement data for basic reports and summaries Carry out product research and compile comparison information Monitor recurring stock requirements and help schedule re-orders Prepare documents for supplier meetings and assist with admin tasks Ensure all procurement actions follow internal processes and approvals Essential: Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain Strong communication and relationship-building skills Good commercial awareness and attention to detail Confident with Microsoft Office and general IT systems Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks Able to work independently and as part of a small team Desirable: Purchasing or supply chain qualification (e.g. CIPS) Experience in construction or civil engineering Awareness of ISO and compliance standards Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Terms
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Company Office (Clapham, West Sussex) and Site Office (dependent on development at the time)
Hours: 8.30am-5pm Monday – Friday. These are core hours with flexibility required at times
Part-time or Full-time roles available (please state your preference – this can be discussed at interview)
Salary: £24,000- £32,000 pro rata dependent on experience
Pension: autoenrollment on contributory pension scheme (subject to scheme conditions).
Holiday:
20 working days per annum
In addition, MJH is closed between Christmas and New Year
Public and bank holiday entitlement pro rata
Job Description
MJH Executive Homes Ltd is a well-established & successful Property Development & Strategic Land Company building high-end family homes across Sussex. We are looking to appoint a skilled and experienced Construction Administrator with excellent attention to detail and a proven track record in contributing to the success of new housing projects. This will be a fun and rewarding role for the right person.
Key Skills:
Project Coordination: performing take-offs from drawings
Proficient in the preparation of Excel spreadsheets for build programmes, financial and procurement data, managing project schedules and associated documentation.
Liaising and communicating with all involved parties such as Site Managers, Sales & Marketing Team, office staff and external agencies
Identify and address issues promptly to minimise disruptions, resolve problems and keep projects on track.
Procurement of materials and services to include negotiating price, payment and delivery terms, placing purchase orders and updating the Purchase Order Log.
Manage logistics, site visits and deliveries to ensure the smooth running of the project.
Compliance: working with NHBC and other applicable regulators to register new house plots, administer the signing off for planning conditions and address any aftersales. Liaise with the professional team to include architects, surveyors, contractors and clients to ensure all projects adhere to industry standards.
Ensure health and safety legislation and requirements are met, including induction, procurement, monitoring and reporting
Administrative Skills: managing and updating information and records, filing, reporting, handling correspondence including phone calls, emails & letters, printing using plotter and printer
General administrative duties for Head Office & sites as required
Proficient in Microsoft Office such as Word & Excel
Helping to establish and maintain office procedures
Account management experience to process supplier invoices and retention payments
Person Specification
The criteria listed in this Person Specification are essential to the job. These will be assessed through your CV, letter of application and interview. You should ensure that you demonstrate clearly and concisely how you meet each of the criteria. If you do not address these criteria fully, or if we do not consider that you meet them, you will not be shortlisted. Please give specific examples wherever possible.
Knowledge and experience of construction environment and administration working in a UK based head office or site office
Previous experience in buying or procurement to include negotiating price, payment and delivery terms, placing orders and updating the Purchase Order Log.
Sound administrative skills
Solid decision making and analytical skills based on sound principle and precedent
Good interpersonal skills – confident, personable, assertive, resilient and a good negotiator. Able to communicate in a pressured and busy environment. Ability to build professional working relationships with individuals and organisations.
Keen & positive attitude, a team play who is willing to help out as needed.
Good time-keeper, strong attention to detail and highly organised.
Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative and to implement workload to meet required timescales
Flexibility required regarding working hours during busy periods.
Travel required across East and West Sussex. The successful applicant will need their own transport as our offices are in a rural location and you will be required to visit various sites.
Office and site based - remote working is not feasible for this role
22/05/2024
Full time
Terms
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Company Office (Clapham, West Sussex) and Site Office (dependent on development at the time)
Hours: 8.30am-5pm Monday – Friday. These are core hours with flexibility required at times
Part-time or Full-time roles available (please state your preference – this can be discussed at interview)
Salary: £24,000- £32,000 pro rata dependent on experience
Pension: autoenrollment on contributory pension scheme (subject to scheme conditions).
Holiday:
20 working days per annum
In addition, MJH is closed between Christmas and New Year
Public and bank holiday entitlement pro rata
Job Description
MJH Executive Homes Ltd is a well-established & successful Property Development & Strategic Land Company building high-end family homes across Sussex. We are looking to appoint a skilled and experienced Construction Administrator with excellent attention to detail and a proven track record in contributing to the success of new housing projects. This will be a fun and rewarding role for the right person.
Key Skills:
Project Coordination: performing take-offs from drawings
Proficient in the preparation of Excel spreadsheets for build programmes, financial and procurement data, managing project schedules and associated documentation.
Liaising and communicating with all involved parties such as Site Managers, Sales & Marketing Team, office staff and external agencies
Identify and address issues promptly to minimise disruptions, resolve problems and keep projects on track.
Procurement of materials and services to include negotiating price, payment and delivery terms, placing purchase orders and updating the Purchase Order Log.
Manage logistics, site visits and deliveries to ensure the smooth running of the project.
Compliance: working with NHBC and other applicable regulators to register new house plots, administer the signing off for planning conditions and address any aftersales. Liaise with the professional team to include architects, surveyors, contractors and clients to ensure all projects adhere to industry standards.
Ensure health and safety legislation and requirements are met, including induction, procurement, monitoring and reporting
Administrative Skills: managing and updating information and records, filing, reporting, handling correspondence including phone calls, emails & letters, printing using plotter and printer
General administrative duties for Head Office & sites as required
Proficient in Microsoft Office such as Word & Excel
Helping to establish and maintain office procedures
Account management experience to process supplier invoices and retention payments
Person Specification
The criteria listed in this Person Specification are essential to the job. These will be assessed through your CV, letter of application and interview. You should ensure that you demonstrate clearly and concisely how you meet each of the criteria. If you do not address these criteria fully, or if we do not consider that you meet them, you will not be shortlisted. Please give specific examples wherever possible.
Knowledge and experience of construction environment and administration working in a UK based head office or site office
Previous experience in buying or procurement to include negotiating price, payment and delivery terms, placing orders and updating the Purchase Order Log.
Sound administrative skills
Solid decision making and analytical skills based on sound principle and precedent
Good interpersonal skills – confident, personable, assertive, resilient and a good negotiator. Able to communicate in a pressured and busy environment. Ability to build professional working relationships with individuals and organisations.
Keen & positive attitude, a team play who is willing to help out as needed.
Good time-keeper, strong attention to detail and highly organised.
Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative and to implement workload to meet required timescales
Flexibility required regarding working hours during busy periods.
Travel required across East and West Sussex. The successful applicant will need their own transport as our offices are in a rural location and you will be required to visit various sites.
Office and site based - remote working is not feasible for this role
Role: Assistant Buyer
Location: Preston
Salary: up to £30,000 p/a plus package
My client, who are a tier one contractor on United Utilities water framework are looking to strengthen their Procurement team with appointing a Buyer based in Preston.
Based from Preston office you will be responsible to provide procurement and supply chain activities in line with company and client policies and procedures.
Working within the procurement team you will support the supply chain manager by providing assistance in the following;
·Support the procurement team with efficient & effective day to day management of supply chain in support of projects requirements for goods and services.
·Responsible for the processing of requisitions into purchase orders working within the authority spend levels of the company.
·Embed and utilise the well-established, procurement Frameworks & Subcontracts to providing end to end Supply Chain advice, sourcing, supply assurance, delivery, supply chain management and tasking against requirements.
·Support the develop and monitor Project and Regional level Procurement Plans.
·Support the Procurement team with their day-to day activities and where required any reporting and cost analysis.
·Support the Procurement team with the preparation of tender packages.
·Assist the procurement team with data collection for the negotiation of commercial terms, conditions, and levels of service (inc KPI's) with suppliers.
·Ensure compliance with process, governance and controls as agreed in the Procurement Rules.
·Assist and or address/resolve issues that arise internally and externally, being the point for day-to-day issues.
·Establish and develop excellent working relationship with the Client; Customers; Suppliers, internal functions, and other relevant external bodies.
·Work with the SHEQ team to ensure the supply chain meets its Health and Safety obligations and carries out commensurate corrective action where necessary.
·Support with any requirements from internal and external audits where required.
·Undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role
·Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking/conferences/associations/groups/training, to stay current on industry changes and innovations.
·In all internal and external contact, present a professional and positive image of the department/company as well as maintaining mutually constructive, positive, and beneficial relationships.
Essential:
·Experience of working in a procurement function
·Confident in communicating, influencing, and building relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and business stakeholders.
·A self-starter and be able to represent the procurement function.
·Commercially aware and astute
·Carry out your purchasing duties in-line with the CIPS Ethical Policy
·Confident with the Microsoft suite of products
·Develop and maintain close working relationship with all key stakeholders
·Demonstrate and champion the core values and behaviours of the company.
·Candidates will also need to have a full UK driving license or in the process of taking their driving test
Desirable:
·Professional administrative qualification's, preferably in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Procurement or related field.
·Construction/Utilities Technical Qualification
·Experience in a materials procurement role.
·MCIPS or willing to work towards
Packages include -
·A competitive salary
·Car/car allowance (subject to role and level of position)
·25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
·Contribution Pension scheme
·Life Assurance
·Health Insurance
·Private medical Insurance
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
We are looking to move quick sourcing for this position. Apply Today and We will be in touch to progress your application. You can contact me at (url removed) or reach me on (phone number removed).
Due to the volume of applicants, we may only be able to respond to Applicants who are to be progressed to the next stage. If you do not hear from us unfortunately it means your application hasn't been successful.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance to our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us
03/02/2023
Permanent
Role: Assistant Buyer
Location: Preston
Salary: up to £30,000 p/a plus package
My client, who are a tier one contractor on United Utilities water framework are looking to strengthen their Procurement team with appointing a Buyer based in Preston.
Based from Preston office you will be responsible to provide procurement and supply chain activities in line with company and client policies and procedures.
Working within the procurement team you will support the supply chain manager by providing assistance in the following;
·Support the procurement team with efficient & effective day to day management of supply chain in support of projects requirements for goods and services.
·Responsible for the processing of requisitions into purchase orders working within the authority spend levels of the company.
·Embed and utilise the well-established, procurement Frameworks & Subcontracts to providing end to end Supply Chain advice, sourcing, supply assurance, delivery, supply chain management and tasking against requirements.
·Support the develop and monitor Project and Regional level Procurement Plans.
·Support the Procurement team with their day-to day activities and where required any reporting and cost analysis.
·Support the Procurement team with the preparation of tender packages.
·Assist the procurement team with data collection for the negotiation of commercial terms, conditions, and levels of service (inc KPI's) with suppliers.
·Ensure compliance with process, governance and controls as agreed in the Procurement Rules.
·Assist and or address/resolve issues that arise internally and externally, being the point for day-to-day issues.
·Establish and develop excellent working relationship with the Client; Customers; Suppliers, internal functions, and other relevant external bodies.
·Work with the SHEQ team to ensure the supply chain meets its Health and Safety obligations and carries out commensurate corrective action where necessary.
·Support with any requirements from internal and external audits where required.
·Undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role
·Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking/conferences/associations/groups/training, to stay current on industry changes and innovations.
·In all internal and external contact, present a professional and positive image of the department/company as well as maintaining mutually constructive, positive, and beneficial relationships.
Essential:
·Experience of working in a procurement function
·Confident in communicating, influencing, and building relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and business stakeholders.
·A self-starter and be able to represent the procurement function.
·Commercially aware and astute
·Carry out your purchasing duties in-line with the CIPS Ethical Policy
·Confident with the Microsoft suite of products
·Develop and maintain close working relationship with all key stakeholders
·Demonstrate and champion the core values and behaviours of the company.
·Candidates will also need to have a full UK driving license or in the process of taking their driving test
Desirable:
·Professional administrative qualification's, preferably in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Procurement or related field.
·Construction/Utilities Technical Qualification
·Experience in a materials procurement role.
·MCIPS or willing to work towards
Packages include -
·A competitive salary
·Car/car allowance (subject to role and level of position)
·25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
·Contribution Pension scheme
·Life Assurance
·Health Insurance
·Private medical Insurance
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
We are looking to move quick sourcing for this position. Apply Today and We will be in touch to progress your application. You can contact me at (url removed) or reach me on (phone number removed).
Due to the volume of applicants, we may only be able to respond to Applicants who are to be progressed to the next stage. If you do not hear from us unfortunately it means your application hasn't been successful.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance to our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us
Contracts Manager
Essex / London Borders
£45k - £58k + Bens
Company
A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within.
Contracts Manager
Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business.
You will:
* A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential)
* Hold NRSWA qualification
* A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager
* Ideally with utilities experience
* Reside within reasonable commuting distance.
* Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations
* First class communication skills both written and verbal
* Excellent client facing and organisation skills
* Able to motivate and organise site based teams
* IT literate
* Be commercially and contractually aware
* Be flexible when needed
* Have a stable work history
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities.
Salary of £45k-£58k plus package.
Please forward a current CV in the instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities
15/09/2022
Permanent
Contracts Manager
Essex / London Borders
£45k - £58k + Bens
Company
A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within.
Contracts Manager
Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business.
You will:
* A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential)
* Hold NRSWA qualification
* A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager
* Ideally with utilities experience
* Reside within reasonable commuting distance.
* Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations
* First class communication skills both written and verbal
* Excellent client facing and organisation skills
* Able to motivate and organise site based teams
* IT literate
* Be commercially and contractually aware
* Be flexible when needed
* Have a stable work history
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities.
Salary of £45k-£58k plus package.
Please forward a current CV in the instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities
Construction Jobs
BA1, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
Our client is a top regional contractor with a strong presence throughout the South-West. They have an excellent track record of delivering quality building projects in a vast array of sectors including Care Homes, Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Housing, Leisure, Retail and Industrial from £5m-£20m. They predominantly work throughout the South-West.
Due to an increase in workload they are looking for an Assistant Buyer/Procurement Assistant to join their successful team.
Main duties
* Support & assist company buyer to achieve departmental KPI budgets – i.e. timely placement of purchase orders; on time + accurate cost reporting; achievement of rebate targets
* Placing purchase orders – predominantly materials & plant
* Issuing enquiries
* Reviewing quotations – including excel comparisons where applicable & saving in project folders
* Distribution of reports
* Updating subcontractor performance scoring database
* Expedite deliveries where required
* Liaising with internal staff
* Cover Company buyer during periods of annual leave
Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude and Experience
* Be able to use IT systems to support the requirements of your role
* Effective time management skills
* Good organisation skills – able to prioritise tasks
Development areas – training will be provided
* Understanding of basic principle of construction drawings; bill of quantities; specification / Employers’ requirements etc.
* Dealing with invoice queries
* Issue rebate claims to suppliers/manufacturers
* Updating / managing procurement schedules
* Input data into commercial report
* Sourcing and negotiating with existing suppliers, challenging prices where relevant
* Ensuring supplies adhere to quality, service, and best practise initiatives
* Order approval process – understand and follow process for higher value material order sign offs
For further details please get in touch with Kate Hallett (phone number removed)
15/09/2022
Permanent
Our client is a top regional contractor with a strong presence throughout the South-West. They have an excellent track record of delivering quality building projects in a vast array of sectors including Care Homes, Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Housing, Leisure, Retail and Industrial from £5m-£20m. They predominantly work throughout the South-West.
Due to an increase in workload they are looking for an Assistant Buyer/Procurement Assistant to join their successful team.
Main duties
* Support & assist company buyer to achieve departmental KPI budgets – i.e. timely placement of purchase orders; on time + accurate cost reporting; achievement of rebate targets
* Placing purchase orders – predominantly materials & plant
* Issuing enquiries
* Reviewing quotations – including excel comparisons where applicable & saving in project folders
* Distribution of reports
* Updating subcontractor performance scoring database
* Expedite deliveries where required
* Liaising with internal staff
* Cover Company buyer during periods of annual leave
Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude and Experience
* Be able to use IT systems to support the requirements of your role
* Effective time management skills
* Good organisation skills – able to prioritise tasks
Development areas – training will be provided
* Understanding of basic principle of construction drawings; bill of quantities; specification / Employers’ requirements etc.
* Dealing with invoice queries
* Issue rebate claims to suppliers/manufacturers
* Updating / managing procurement schedules
* Input data into commercial report
* Sourcing and negotiating with existing suppliers, challenging prices where relevant
* Ensuring supplies adhere to quality, service, and best practise initiatives
* Order approval process – understand and follow process for higher value material order sign offs
For further details please get in touch with Kate Hallett (phone number removed)
Construction Jobs
BA1, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
Our client is a top regional contractor with a strong presence throughout the South-West. They have an excellent track record of delivering quality building projects in a vast array of sectors including Care Homes, Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Housing, Leisure, Retail and Industrial from £5m-£20m. They predominantly work throughout the South-West.
Due to an increase in workload they are looking for an Assistant Buyer/Procurement Assistant to join their successful team.
Main duties
* Support & assist company buyer to achieve departmental KPI budgets – i.e. timely placement of purchase orders; on time + accurate cost reporting; achievement of rebate targets
* Placing purchase orders – predominantly materials & plant
* Issuing enquiries
* Reviewing quotations – including excel comparisons where applicable & saving in project folders
* Distribution of reports
* Updating subcontractor performance scoring database
* Expedite deliveries where required
* Liaising with internal staff
* Cover Company buyer during periods of annual leave
Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude and Experience
* Be able to use IT systems to support the requirements of your role
* Effective time management skills
* Good organisation skills – able to prioritise tasks
Development areas – training will be provided
* Understanding of basic principle of construction drawings; bill of quantities; specification / Employers’ requirements etc.
* Dealing with invoice queries
* Issue rebate claims to suppliers/manufacturers
* Updating / managing procurement schedules
* Input data into commercial report
* Sourcing and negotiating with existing suppliers, challenging prices where relevant
* Ensuring supplies adhere to quality, service, and best practise initiatives
* Order approval process – understand and follow process for higher value material order sign offs
For further details please get in touch with Kate Hallett (phone number removed)
15/09/2022
Permanent
Our client is a top regional contractor with a strong presence throughout the South-West. They have an excellent track record of delivering quality building projects in a vast array of sectors including Care Homes, Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Housing, Leisure, Retail and Industrial from £5m-£20m. They predominantly work throughout the South-West.
Due to an increase in workload they are looking for an Assistant Buyer/Procurement Assistant to join their successful team.
Main duties
* Support & assist company buyer to achieve departmental KPI budgets – i.e. timely placement of purchase orders; on time + accurate cost reporting; achievement of rebate targets
* Placing purchase orders – predominantly materials & plant
* Issuing enquiries
* Reviewing quotations – including excel comparisons where applicable & saving in project folders
* Distribution of reports
* Updating subcontractor performance scoring database
* Expedite deliveries where required
* Liaising with internal staff
* Cover Company buyer during periods of annual leave
Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude and Experience
* Be able to use IT systems to support the requirements of your role
* Effective time management skills
* Good organisation skills – able to prioritise tasks
Development areas – training will be provided
* Understanding of basic principle of construction drawings; bill of quantities; specification / Employers’ requirements etc.
* Dealing with invoice queries
* Issue rebate claims to suppliers/manufacturers
* Updating / managing procurement schedules
* Input data into commercial report
* Sourcing and negotiating with existing suppliers, challenging prices where relevant
* Ensuring supplies adhere to quality, service, and best practise initiatives
* Order approval process – understand and follow process for higher value material order sign offs
For further details please get in touch with Kate Hallett (phone number removed)
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
15/09/2022
Permanent
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Contracts Manager
Essex / London Borders
£45k - £58k + Bens
Company
A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within.
Contracts Manager
Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business.
You will:
* A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential)
* Hold NRSWA qualification
* A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager
* Ideally with utilities experience
* Reside within reasonable commuting distance.
* Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations
* First class communication skills both written and verbal
* Excellent client facing and organisation skills
* Able to motivate and organise site based teams
* IT literate
* Be commercially and contractually aware
* Be flexible when needed
* Have a stable work history
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities.
Salary of £45k-£58k plus package.
Please forward a current CV in the instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities
15/09/2022
Permanent
Contracts Manager
Essex / London Borders
£45k - £58k + Bens
Company
A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within.
Contracts Manager
Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business.
You will:
* A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential)
* Hold NRSWA qualification
* A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager
* Ideally with utilities experience
* Reside within reasonable commuting distance.
* Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations
* First class communication skills both written and verbal
* Excellent client facing and organisation skills
* Able to motivate and organise site based teams
* IT literate
* Be commercially and contractually aware
* Be flexible when needed
* Have a stable work history
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities.
Salary of £45k-£58k plus package.
Please forward a current CV in the instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities
Construction Jobs
BA1, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
Our client is a top regional contractor with a strong presence throughout the South-West. They have an excellent track record of delivering quality building projects in a vast array of sectors including Care Homes, Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Housing, Leisure, Retail and Industrial from £5m-£20m. They predominantly work throughout the South-West.
Due to an increase in workload they are looking for an Assistant Buyer/Procurement Assistant to join their successful team.
Main duties
* Support & assist company buyer to achieve departmental KPI budgets – i.e. timely placement of purchase orders; on time + accurate cost reporting; achievement of rebate targets
* Placing purchase orders – predominantly materials & plant
* Issuing enquiries
* Reviewing quotations – including excel comparisons where applicable & saving in project folders
* Distribution of reports
* Updating subcontractor performance scoring database
* Expedite deliveries where required
* Liaising with internal staff
* Cover Company buyer during periods of annual leave
Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude and Experience
* Be able to use IT systems to support the requirements of your role
* Effective time management skills
* Good organisation skills – able to prioritise tasks
Development areas – training will be provided
* Understanding of basic principle of construction drawings; bill of quantities; specification / Employers’ requirements etc.
* Dealing with invoice queries
* Issue rebate claims to suppliers/manufacturers
* Updating / managing procurement schedules
* Input data into commercial report
* Sourcing and negotiating with existing suppliers, challenging prices where relevant
* Ensuring supplies adhere to quality, service, and best practise initiatives
* Order approval process – understand and follow process for higher value material order sign offs
For further details please get in touch with Kate Hallett (phone number removed)
15/09/2022
Permanent
Our client is a top regional contractor with a strong presence throughout the South-West. They have an excellent track record of delivering quality building projects in a vast array of sectors including Care Homes, Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Housing, Leisure, Retail and Industrial from £5m-£20m. They predominantly work throughout the South-West.
Due to an increase in workload they are looking for an Assistant Buyer/Procurement Assistant to join their successful team.
Main duties
* Support & assist company buyer to achieve departmental KPI budgets – i.e. timely placement of purchase orders; on time + accurate cost reporting; achievement of rebate targets
* Placing purchase orders – predominantly materials & plant
* Issuing enquiries
* Reviewing quotations – including excel comparisons where applicable & saving in project folders
* Distribution of reports
* Updating subcontractor performance scoring database
* Expedite deliveries where required
* Liaising with internal staff
* Cover Company buyer during periods of annual leave
Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude and Experience
* Be able to use IT systems to support the requirements of your role
* Effective time management skills
* Good organisation skills – able to prioritise tasks
Development areas – training will be provided
* Understanding of basic principle of construction drawings; bill of quantities; specification / Employers’ requirements etc.
* Dealing with invoice queries
* Issue rebate claims to suppliers/manufacturers
* Updating / managing procurement schedules
* Input data into commercial report
* Sourcing and negotiating with existing suppliers, challenging prices where relevant
* Ensuring supplies adhere to quality, service, and best practise initiatives
* Order approval process – understand and follow process for higher value material order sign offs
For further details please get in touch with Kate Hallett (phone number removed)
Construction Jobs
BA1, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
Our client is a top regional contractor with a strong presence throughout the South-West. They have an excellent track record of delivering quality building projects in a vast array of sectors including Care Homes, Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Housing, Leisure, Retail and Industrial from £5m-£20m. They predominantly work throughout the South-West.
Due to an increase in workload they are looking for an Assistant Buyer/Procurement Assistant to join their successful team.
Main duties
* Support & assist company buyer to achieve departmental KPI budgets – i.e. timely placement of purchase orders; on time + accurate cost reporting; achievement of rebate targets
* Placing purchase orders – predominantly materials & plant
* Issuing enquiries
* Reviewing quotations – including excel comparisons where applicable & saving in project folders
* Distribution of reports
* Updating subcontractor performance scoring database
* Expedite deliveries where required
* Liaising with internal staff
* Cover Company buyer during periods of annual leave
Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude and Experience
* Be able to use IT systems to support the requirements of your role
* Effective time management skills
* Good organisation skills – able to prioritise tasks
Development areas – training will be provided
* Understanding of basic principle of construction drawings; bill of quantities; specification / Employers’ requirements etc.
* Dealing with invoice queries
* Issue rebate claims to suppliers/manufacturers
* Updating / managing procurement schedules
* Input data into commercial report
* Sourcing and negotiating with existing suppliers, challenging prices where relevant
* Ensuring supplies adhere to quality, service, and best practise initiatives
* Order approval process – understand and follow process for higher value material order sign offs
For further details please get in touch with Kate Hallett (phone number removed)
15/09/2022
Permanent
Our client is a top regional contractor with a strong presence throughout the South-West. They have an excellent track record of delivering quality building projects in a vast array of sectors including Care Homes, Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Housing, Leisure, Retail and Industrial from £5m-£20m. They predominantly work throughout the South-West.
Due to an increase in workload they are looking for an Assistant Buyer/Procurement Assistant to join their successful team.
Main duties
* Support & assist company buyer to achieve departmental KPI budgets – i.e. timely placement of purchase orders; on time + accurate cost reporting; achievement of rebate targets
* Placing purchase orders – predominantly materials & plant
* Issuing enquiries
* Reviewing quotations – including excel comparisons where applicable & saving in project folders
* Distribution of reports
* Updating subcontractor performance scoring database
* Expedite deliveries where required
* Liaising with internal staff
* Cover Company buyer during periods of annual leave
Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude and Experience
* Be able to use IT systems to support the requirements of your role
* Effective time management skills
* Good organisation skills – able to prioritise tasks
Development areas – training will be provided
* Understanding of basic principle of construction drawings; bill of quantities; specification / Employers’ requirements etc.
* Dealing with invoice queries
* Issue rebate claims to suppliers/manufacturers
* Updating / managing procurement schedules
* Input data into commercial report
* Sourcing and negotiating with existing suppliers, challenging prices where relevant
* Ensuring supplies adhere to quality, service, and best practise initiatives
* Order approval process – understand and follow process for higher value material order sign offs
For further details please get in touch with Kate Hallett (phone number removed)
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
15/09/2022
Permanent
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Construction Jobs
BS34, Stoke Gifford, South Gloucestershire
Protech Site Services are currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to join the team of one of the UK’s largest residential developers
The role of Assistant Buyer reports to the Commercial Director.
Responsibilities include:
* To assist and support with the preparation of accurate quantities and materials schedules.
* Using the appropriate tender documentation effectively and efficiently procure quotations, negotiate, and place plant and material orders within required timescales.
* Provide cost –data feedback to Regional Estivating department.
* To assist with the support of the Site Manager with co-ordination of material deliveries to enable construction work to proceed to agreed programmes and to assist and monitor the site control of materials.
* To assist the Buyer with the review and forecast latest material and plant cost estimates on monthly basis.
* Working with internal and external personnel in a professional manner.
* Assist at all times in maintaining a safe working environment within Company workplaces and applying the Company’s Health and Safety Policy for their own, their colleagues, third parties and the public benefit. Individuals must act to minimise danger and report all potential dangers and accidents to their immediate superior or designated Health and Safety Officer.
* The procurement of materials and plant in accordance with Group Agreements.
* Monitoring of goods purchased.
* Monitoring of plant on hire or purchased.
* Review of drawings and schedules to reduce errors, omissions and mistakes.
Experience and qualifications
* Be commercially aware with analytical and proactive approach towards problem solving.
* Knowledge of the Residential Development/ construction market.
* Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet
Skills
* Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
* Excellent attention to detail and administrative skills
23/03/2022
Permanent
Protech Site Services are currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer to join the team of one of the UK’s largest residential developers
The role of Assistant Buyer reports to the Commercial Director.
Responsibilities include:
* To assist and support with the preparation of accurate quantities and materials schedules.
* Using the appropriate tender documentation effectively and efficiently procure quotations, negotiate, and place plant and material orders within required timescales.
* Provide cost –data feedback to Regional Estivating department.
* To assist with the support of the Site Manager with co-ordination of material deliveries to enable construction work to proceed to agreed programmes and to assist and monitor the site control of materials.
* To assist the Buyer with the review and forecast latest material and plant cost estimates on monthly basis.
* Working with internal and external personnel in a professional manner.
* Assist at all times in maintaining a safe working environment within Company workplaces and applying the Company’s Health and Safety Policy for their own, their colleagues, third parties and the public benefit. Individuals must act to minimise danger and report all potential dangers and accidents to their immediate superior or designated Health and Safety Officer.
* The procurement of materials and plant in accordance with Group Agreements.
* Monitoring of goods purchased.
* Monitoring of plant on hire or purchased.
* Review of drawings and schedules to reduce errors, omissions and mistakes.
Experience and qualifications
* Be commercially aware with analytical and proactive approach towards problem solving.
* Knowledge of the Residential Development/ construction market.
* Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet
Skills
* Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
* Excellent attention to detail and administrative skills
Assistant Buyer
Housing developments
£20-30k dependant on experience, company car/allowance, pension, healthcare, company bonus
A UK Top 10 house builder seeks to appoint an Assistant Buyer to join their procurement team based in Manchester to assist with the procurement of material and plant for sites across the North West.
Working closely with the Senior Buyer your duties and responsibilities will include:
" Raise and place material and plant orders in line with standard company operating procedures
" Support and develop the relationship between the Central Team and the region(s) by establishing and maintaining a regular presence in the regional offices and their sites
" Resolve supplier queries/disputes by liaising closely with sites and suppliers
" Support supplier development and innovation plans and own product knowledge through regularly visits to suppliers (new and incumbent)
" Preparation of enquiry documents in accordance with requisitions and demand schedules
" Support Strategic Category procurement activities including leading sub-categories as instructed
" Evaluation and clarification of quotations
" Maintaining / keep up to date price schedules and supplier data-bases
" Assist resolution of invoicing and accounting issues
" Administer the collation of data for production of regular Key Performance Indicators
" Assist in collating data for timely submission of group rebate claims
Skills, Knowledge, Experience
" Construction related qualification (ONC / HNC) and the desire to work towards professional procurement qualification
" Flexible and agile approach
" Skilled in relationship building and stakeholder engagement
" Enthusiastic, self-motivated, solutions focused approach
" Prepared to work within a large geographical area
" Excellent level of numeracy and skilled in verbal and written comms
" High level of computer literacy in MS Office
" Ability to influence the culture of the business
" Able to act decisively, use sound judgement and move the business with pace towards goals
" External business and commercial awareness and understanding across a number of industries
My client are offering a basic salary along with a comprehensive benefits package including company car/car allowance, pension, company bonus. The company are known to invest in their employees and offer regular training and development opportunities for you to progress in your career.
If you are looking to build a career within the procurement field and would like to be considered for this opportunity please send a copy of your CV and application to Deena at Fawkes and Reece (url removed)
21/01/2022
Permanent
Assistant Buyer
Housing developments
£20-30k dependant on experience, company car/allowance, pension, healthcare, company bonus
A UK Top 10 house builder seeks to appoint an Assistant Buyer to join their procurement team based in Manchester to assist with the procurement of material and plant for sites across the North West.
Working closely with the Senior Buyer your duties and responsibilities will include:
" Raise and place material and plant orders in line with standard company operating procedures
" Support and develop the relationship between the Central Team and the region(s) by establishing and maintaining a regular presence in the regional offices and their sites
" Resolve supplier queries/disputes by liaising closely with sites and suppliers
" Support supplier development and innovation plans and own product knowledge through regularly visits to suppliers (new and incumbent)
" Preparation of enquiry documents in accordance with requisitions and demand schedules
" Support Strategic Category procurement activities including leading sub-categories as instructed
" Evaluation and clarification of quotations
" Maintaining / keep up to date price schedules and supplier data-bases
" Assist resolution of invoicing and accounting issues
" Administer the collation of data for production of regular Key Performance Indicators
" Assist in collating data for timely submission of group rebate claims
Skills, Knowledge, Experience
" Construction related qualification (ONC / HNC) and the desire to work towards professional procurement qualification
" Flexible and agile approach
" Skilled in relationship building and stakeholder engagement
" Enthusiastic, self-motivated, solutions focused approach
" Prepared to work within a large geographical area
" Excellent level of numeracy and skilled in verbal and written comms
" High level of computer literacy in MS Office
" Ability to influence the culture of the business
" Able to act decisively, use sound judgement and move the business with pace towards goals
" External business and commercial awareness and understanding across a number of industries
My client are offering a basic salary along with a comprehensive benefits package including company car/car allowance, pension, company bonus. The company are known to invest in their employees and offer regular training and development opportunities for you to progress in your career.
If you are looking to build a career within the procurement field and would like to be considered for this opportunity please send a copy of your CV and application to Deena at Fawkes and Reece (url removed)
Your Next Company
My client is a regional house building business completing bespoke developments in the Midlands
Your Role
Responsibilities include:
Maintain completion up to date database of material schedules and costs for all house types
Procurement of materials and placing orders ensuring delivery to site
Actively contribute to enhancing regional profits
Track material cost fluctuations/price increases and highlight any adjustments to the regional commercial team
Keep detailed records and maintain a well-organised work schedule
Provide support to Accounts team to ensure prompt resolution of invoice queries / issues
Contribute to the development of improved purchasing processes and procedures
Build excellent supplier relationsYour Experience
Experience completed a buying role or administrative role for another housing developer or contractor
Good negotiation skills
Have excellent communication and problem-solving skills
21/01/2022
Permanent
Your Next Company
My client is a regional house building business completing bespoke developments in the Midlands
Your Role
Responsibilities include:
Maintain completion up to date database of material schedules and costs for all house types
Procurement of materials and placing orders ensuring delivery to site
Actively contribute to enhancing regional profits
Track material cost fluctuations/price increases and highlight any adjustments to the regional commercial team
Keep detailed records and maintain a well-organised work schedule
Provide support to Accounts team to ensure prompt resolution of invoice queries / issues
Contribute to the development of improved purchasing processes and procedures
Build excellent supplier relationsYour Experience
Experience completed a buying role or administrative role for another housing developer or contractor
Good negotiation skills
Have excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Purchasing Manager
Salary: Up to £50,000 Basic + Benefits
Based Leicester, Leicestershire
Our client offers unrivalled products to a diverse number of markets including Construction, Residential, Education and Healthcare construction projects throughout the UK
This is an extremely varied role, covering all categories of spend areas and to develop and improve working relationships with suppliers in support of the company's purchasing strategy.
The successful candidate must have a proven track record in a similar purchasing role, be able to demonstrate first class negotiating skills, and ideally have experience within the Construction and or Timber industry.
Key responsibilities
Oversee all purchasing and tracking of spend to budget
Manage the internal purchasing process and the placing of orders with external suppliers both in the Uk and overseas
Review purchase requests, and ensure approval is in place for large spend items before discussions and negotiations commence.
Proactively seek out opportunities for the business to make immediate and long-term cost savings.
Improve the systems & processes in support of better stock management to help improve production efficiency, this includes maintaining minimum and maximum stock levels.
Develop and maintain a reliable base of suppliers who provide good value, competitive pricing and first-class post sales service and support.
Liaise with suppliers both in the UK and Overseas to understand market conditions and any potential impact these might have on pricing.
Ensure prices negotiated are consistent and competitive.
To maintain the delivery schedule on all sea freights, this must be accurate and up to date at Part of a small team working for an engineering company where flexibility and a positive attitude are highly rated. What experience would you need to be considered?
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate efficiently with suppliers, customers and all areas of the business
Good commercial acumen and excellent negotiation skills working with colleagues and external suppliers across a range of disciplines, including manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, sales and finance.
Strong organisation skills and attention to detail to effectively support the company in delivering time-bound projects.
Computer literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Powerpoint & Excel.
Benefits/Package:
Competitive salary package
The chance to be part of a market leader within their industry
You will play a pivotal role alongside the senior leadership team, to support the growth of the business.
Interested?
Call Sandy Seta, Head of Practice on (phone number removed) or apply now to arrange a call to understand more about this role.
To be suitable for the position, you will have had a previous career as a Senior Buyer, Lead Buyer, Assistant Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Head of Purchasing
21/01/2022
Permanent
Purchasing Manager
Salary: Up to £50,000 Basic + Benefits
Based Leicester, Leicestershire
Our client offers unrivalled products to a diverse number of markets including Construction, Residential, Education and Healthcare construction projects throughout the UK
This is an extremely varied role, covering all categories of spend areas and to develop and improve working relationships with suppliers in support of the company's purchasing strategy.
The successful candidate must have a proven track record in a similar purchasing role, be able to demonstrate first class negotiating skills, and ideally have experience within the Construction and or Timber industry.
Key responsibilities
Oversee all purchasing and tracking of spend to budget
Manage the internal purchasing process and the placing of orders with external suppliers both in the Uk and overseas
Review purchase requests, and ensure approval is in place for large spend items before discussions and negotiations commence.
Proactively seek out opportunities for the business to make immediate and long-term cost savings.
Improve the systems & processes in support of better stock management to help improve production efficiency, this includes maintaining minimum and maximum stock levels.
Develop and maintain a reliable base of suppliers who provide good value, competitive pricing and first-class post sales service and support.
Liaise with suppliers both in the UK and Overseas to understand market conditions and any potential impact these might have on pricing.
Ensure prices negotiated are consistent and competitive.
To maintain the delivery schedule on all sea freights, this must be accurate and up to date at Part of a small team working for an engineering company where flexibility and a positive attitude are highly rated. What experience would you need to be considered?
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate efficiently with suppliers, customers and all areas of the business
Good commercial acumen and excellent negotiation skills working with colleagues and external suppliers across a range of disciplines, including manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, sales and finance.
Strong organisation skills and attention to detail to effectively support the company in delivering time-bound projects.
Computer literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Powerpoint & Excel.
Benefits/Package:
Competitive salary package
The chance to be part of a market leader within their industry
You will play a pivotal role alongside the senior leadership team, to support the growth of the business.
Interested?
Call Sandy Seta, Head of Practice on (phone number removed) or apply now to arrange a call to understand more about this role.
To be suitable for the position, you will have had a previous career as a Senior Buyer, Lead Buyer, Assistant Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Head of Purchasing
Assistant Buyer
Plymouth
Sphere Solutions are looking for a motivated Assistant Buyer to join a construction company based in Plymouth to assist with material procurement within a busy commercial environment. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the role will offer variation and excellent exposure to procurement strategy and practice.
The role:
* Assist with placing orders for material and plant
* Assist with checking tender allowances and packages
* Update, coordinator and monitor a procurement tracker
* Assist with review / approve material and plant invoices
* General administration
The person:
* Experience in a similar role, construction or house building advantageous
* HNC / BTEC in Construction
* Full driving license
* Can do attitude and able to work of own initiative
* Good MS office knowledge
An excellent opportunity awaits the right candidate to grow with a well-established contractor. The salary is dependent on experience and skills including a benefits package.
For an informal discussion please call Jo Lambert on (phone number removed) or apply as instructed.
Sphere Solutions are one of the South West & Wales market leaders in providing recruitment services to the built environment. With specialist consultants based in our regional offices (Bristol, Cardiff, Swansea, Plymouth and Southampton) we fill vacancies daily with contractors, developers, civil engineers and their supply chain in high volume with quality candidates
28/09/2020
Permanent
Assistant Buyer
Plymouth
Sphere Solutions are looking for a motivated Assistant Buyer to join a construction company based in Plymouth to assist with material procurement within a busy commercial environment. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the role will offer variation and excellent exposure to procurement strategy and practice.
The role:
* Assist with placing orders for material and plant
* Assist with checking tender allowances and packages
* Update, coordinator and monitor a procurement tracker
* Assist with review / approve material and plant invoices
* General administration
The person:
* Experience in a similar role, construction or house building advantageous
* HNC / BTEC in Construction
* Full driving license
* Can do attitude and able to work of own initiative
* Good MS office knowledge
An excellent opportunity awaits the right candidate to grow with a well-established contractor. The salary is dependent on experience and skills including a benefits package.
For an informal discussion please call Jo Lambert on (phone number removed) or apply as instructed.
Sphere Solutions are one of the South West & Wales market leaders in providing recruitment services to the built environment. With specialist consultants based in our regional offices (Bristol, Cardiff, Swansea, Plymouth and Southampton) we fill vacancies daily with contractors, developers, civil engineers and their supply chain in high volume with quality candidates
Our Main Contractor client is looking to employ an experienced Buyer to help develop their newly created New Build Social Housing Division based in the West Yorkshire region.
The successful applicant will have experience of negotiating for plant, materials and labour within the housing market both on a 'one off' basis and for termed period agreements ensuring that the best service is delivered for the best cost value.
You must have a solid background in construction procurement with a good understanding of the buying process and contractual terminology and be active in both the West Yorkshire region and Housing market, being able to demonstrate effective decision making.
Based at the Head Office, the ideal candidate with have 3 years + experience as the sole Buyer for projects up to £8M. Our client is open to applications from candidates at all levels above Assistant Buyer who are able to undertake the role effectively with support from the Commercial Director.
In return you will be rewarded with a competetive salary and package including Car or Car Allowance and contributory pension, working for a well established and growing regional contractor with an excellent reputation for both delivery and team welfare.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a great employer as they establish a new division within the the business and will offer excellent future opportunities for the right candidate.
If you believe you have the relevent skills and experience please forward your CV in the first instance to Martin Baker
14/08/2020
Permanent
Our Main Contractor client is looking to employ an experienced Buyer to help develop their newly created New Build Social Housing Division based in the West Yorkshire region.
The successful applicant will have experience of negotiating for plant, materials and labour within the housing market both on a 'one off' basis and for termed period agreements ensuring that the best service is delivered for the best cost value.
You must have a solid background in construction procurement with a good understanding of the buying process and contractual terminology and be active in both the West Yorkshire region and Housing market, being able to demonstrate effective decision making.
Based at the Head Office, the ideal candidate with have 3 years + experience as the sole Buyer for projects up to £8M. Our client is open to applications from candidates at all levels above Assistant Buyer who are able to undertake the role effectively with support from the Commercial Director.
In return you will be rewarded with a competetive salary and package including Car or Car Allowance and contributory pension, working for a well established and growing regional contractor with an excellent reputation for both delivery and team welfare.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a great employer as they establish a new division within the the business and will offer excellent future opportunities for the right candidate.
If you believe you have the relevent skills and experience please forward your CV in the first instance to Martin Baker
Construction Jobs
Wolverhampton, West Midlands (County)
My Wolverhampton based Construction client is looking for an Assistant Buyer to join their team on a full time and permanent basis.
Responsibilities:
* Procuring all materials required for building projects
* Ensuring all materials are provided on time and within allocated budgets
* Negotiations of material costs.
* Planning and liaising with site managers daily.
* Ensuring profitability of the business by purchasing the most cost effective & approapriate materials for the project.
Skills / Experience required:
* Essential you have a background in Construction.
* Must have experience of puchasing / procurement / buying.
* If you have any experience within estimating or contract management this would be advantageous.
* Excellent negotiation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal skills.
* Ability to build relationships at all levels
14/08/2020
Permanent
My Wolverhampton based Construction client is looking for an Assistant Buyer to join their team on a full time and permanent basis.
Responsibilities:
* Procuring all materials required for building projects
* Ensuring all materials are provided on time and within allocated budgets
* Negotiations of material costs.
* Planning and liaising with site managers daily.
* Ensuring profitability of the business by purchasing the most cost effective & approapriate materials for the project.
Skills / Experience required:
* Essential you have a background in Construction.
* Must have experience of puchasing / procurement / buying.
* If you have any experience within estimating or contract management this would be advantageous.
* Excellent negotiation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal skills.
* Ability to build relationships at all levels
Construction Jobs
NG18, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
I am currently recruiting on behalf of our client who are looking to employ an experienced, self-motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Buyer to join their expanding Commercial Department.
You will assist the Senior Buyer in all aspects of material and plant procurement including plot scheduling, enquiries and price reviews, as well as maintaining and updating company rebate agreements.
Qualification and Skills:
* Proven experience of working in the role of Assistant Buyer in the new build house building sector working on simultaneous multiple projects.
* Minimum of 1 years’ Experience of Working as an assistant buyer in New Build Housing.
* Knowledge of Sustainable Construction and New Technologies
* Excellent level of Numeracy and Computer Skills (Microsoft Packages)
* First rate Communication and Influencing Skills including Developing Good Relationships with Suppliers.
* Ability to Thrive in a Challenging yet Rewarding Pressured Environment.
For more information on the role please contact Danny in our Sheffield office or apply with your CV
14/08/2020
Permanent
I am currently recruiting on behalf of our client who are looking to employ an experienced, self-motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Buyer to join their expanding Commercial Department.
You will assist the Senior Buyer in all aspects of material and plant procurement including plot scheduling, enquiries and price reviews, as well as maintaining and updating company rebate agreements.
Qualification and Skills:
* Proven experience of working in the role of Assistant Buyer in the new build house building sector working on simultaneous multiple projects.
* Minimum of 1 years’ Experience of Working as an assistant buyer in New Build Housing.
* Knowledge of Sustainable Construction and New Technologies
* Excellent level of Numeracy and Computer Skills (Microsoft Packages)
* First rate Communication and Influencing Skills including Developing Good Relationships with Suppliers.
* Ability to Thrive in a Challenging yet Rewarding Pressured Environment.
For more information on the role please contact Danny in our Sheffield office or apply with your CV
Construction Jobs
Kingston Upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
A modular builder with a great reputation for quality are looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer to support the Senior Buyer. A main contractor with a factory.
The role:
The Assistant Buyer will support the strategic goals of the Procurement Team, and assist with the procurement of materials to support live projects and operational activities.
Responsibilities to include:
Raising purchase orders, tracking usage and adjusting forecasts.
The monitoring of Capex and requisitions, as well as call-off orders and stock, to flag replenishment requirements.
Expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery to the correct location and speedy resolution of invoice queries.
The management of prospect supplier logs to ensure innovative and competitive suppliers.
Support cost-saving activity for the business, and maintain price file records on Sage.
You will also be assisting the procurement team with supplier evaluation reports for performance, and reviews to ensure compliance and improvement. As well as attending internal and external Supply Chain meetings.
Building excellent supplier relationships will be key.
Work closely with potential customers and respond in a timely manner.
The Person:
The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills (written and non-written), an understanding of Sage 50 Professional, some previous buying experience, and have a high attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
In return, there is the opportunity to work with a forward-thinking team, in a dynamic industry, where you can develop your skills and experience.
The role reports directly into a Senior Buyer and will have links across the entire business and team.
Working Hours
Full-Time, based at the Office and Factory in Hull, however, some UK travel may be required to visit suppliers or sites.
If you feel that you have the correct skills for this role then please forward CV's to Adam Shaw on Email on the link provided
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03/08/2020
Permanent
A modular builder with a great reputation for quality are looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer to support the Senior Buyer. A main contractor with a factory.
The role:
The Assistant Buyer will support the strategic goals of the Procurement Team, and assist with the procurement of materials to support live projects and operational activities.
Responsibilities to include:
Raising purchase orders, tracking usage and adjusting forecasts.
The monitoring of Capex and requisitions, as well as call-off orders and stock, to flag replenishment requirements.
Expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery to the correct location and speedy resolution of invoice queries.
The management of prospect supplier logs to ensure innovative and competitive suppliers.
Support cost-saving activity for the business, and maintain price file records on Sage.
You will also be assisting the procurement team with supplier evaluation reports for performance, and reviews to ensure compliance and improvement. As well as attending internal and external Supply Chain meetings.
Building excellent supplier relationships will be key.
Work closely with potential customers and respond in a timely manner.
The Person:
The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills (written and non-written), an understanding of Sage 50 Professional, some previous buying experience, and have a high attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
In return, there is the opportunity to work with a forward-thinking team, in a dynamic industry, where you can develop your skills and experience.
The role reports directly into a Senior Buyer and will have links across the entire business and team.
Working Hours
Full-Time, based at the Office and Factory in Hull, however, some UK travel may be required to visit suppliers or sites.
If you feel that you have the correct skills for this role then please forward CV's to Adam Shaw on Email on the link provided
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Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.
You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website
