Materials Buyer

Bracken Recruitment is currently recruiting a Buyer to join an established Main Contractor with a fantastic reputation in the London region.

The position would suit someone with previous experience within the UK market with a Main or Sub Contractor background.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Place material and plant orders from written and verbal requisitions with approved suppliers
• Obtain quotes and negotiate prices with suppliers
• Source specified and alternative materials within the market space ensuring technical compliance
• Research the market, source and evaluate potential new suppliers
• Comply and work within existing company QA and procedural parameters
• Expedite orders and chase outstanding deliveries
• Resolve invoice price and delivery queries with suppliers
• Manage the hiring and off hiring of plant
• Create and manage a hired and owned plant register

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role would be beneficial
• Knowledge of the construction industry would be beneficial.
• Comfortable with working to tight deadlines and within a fast-paced environment.
• Great organisational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Knowledge and experience in managing and maintaining data.
• Previous experience in building effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word applications and experience with managing and maintaining data.

Please contact Steve Lee on Email:(url removed) or Mobile (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.