Buyer - Construction Materials

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by a Global Construction Company to recruit a Materials Buyer on a 12 month Temp contract. This is a temporary vacancy paying £30,000-£40,000 pro rata.

Skills/Experience

• Knowledge and understanding of Construction Materials
• Strong maths and budgeting abilities
• Strong Negotiation skills & Analytical thinking

The Role :

• Providing prices for all materials included in project plans and drawings
• Identifying potential suppliers and new products
• Contacting a range of suppliers and sub-contractors to obtain quotations
• Keeping detailed records and maintaining well-organised work schedules
• Assessing the reliability of sub-contractors and suppliers
• Liaising closely with the estimator at the tendering stage to ensure that an accurate project cost is provided
• Preparing and maintaining cost reports in order to maximise efficiency within the business
• Negotiating and agreeing the most favourable terms possible with suppliers once a contract has been secured
  

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