Buyer

6 days ago


Glasgow, United Kingdom Luddon Construction Ltd Full time

Founded in 1975, Luddon Construction Ltd has steadily expanded and diversified to become one of the leading privately owned construction companies in the UK employing over 500 people.

Our buying department have never been busier therefore we are now seeking to recruit a buyer with experience of the construction industry to join and support the Luddon Procurement team.

As one of our buyers you will support the Luddon Procurement team in delivering a first-class Buying service in line with the business Procurement process.

**Key responsibilities and accountabilities**:

- Fulfilling requisitions received from site teams ensuring delivery timescales are met.
- Place orders with approved suppliers taking into account project material budgets in line with the business Procurement process.
- Evaluation and analysis of supplier quotes based on Commercial/Technical/HSE criteria.
- Identify key trends or opportunities for cost reduction.
- Identify new suppliers focusing on added value for money, Innovation, service and product quality.
- Negotiate effectively with suppliers to ensure best market price.
- Supplier performance management.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with site personal to ensure best procurement service and understand project requirements.
- Effective engagement with Internal Stakeholders including Estimating, Commercial and Finance teams.
- Ensuring accurate reporting of savings and value add activities.

**The person we are looking for should**:

- Have relevant work experience in the industry and, whilst a CIPS qualification is desirable, it is not essential where there is an equivalent qualification.
- Have experience of ERP Purchase order processing systems eg. Evode/Oracle/Coins.
- Have the ability to communicate at all levels and build effective working relationships.
- Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, excel, word, outlook etc
- Possess excellent negotiation skills.
- Have the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment whilst planning and delivering to project deadlines.
- Have attention to detail and accuracy.
- Be committed to continuing professional development.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Glasgow (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/03/2024


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