Material Procurement Specialist

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Arco Recruitment Ltd Full time

Arco Recruitment Ltd is seeking a skilled Material Procurement Specialist to join their team. As an Assistant Buyer with strong building material knowledge, this permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to transition into a purchasing position.

This semi-remote position involves working from home with occasional visits to construction sites or the office in London. You will be responsible for sourcing materials, identifying large package purchasing needs, and reviewing invoices using cloud-based software.

The ideal candidate will have excellent administrative skills, including handling incoming calls and providing assistance as needed. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

In exchange for your expertise, you can expect a salary ranging from GBP30,000 to GBP35,000 per year, depending on your experience.

Job Responsibilities:
  1. Sourcing Materials: Respond promptly to site requests and source materials from appropriate suppliers based on requirements and delivery timelines.
  2. Identifying Purchasing Needs: Identify Large Package Purchasing needs, obtain quotes, compare against budgets, and present solutions to the team for approval.
  3. Invoice Review: Review and process material invoices monthly using our cloud-based software.
  4. Purchasing Support: Assist surveyors with purchasing-related tasks, including cost gathering.
  5. Administrative Assistance: Provide administrative assistance related to material purchasing as needed.
  6. Customer Service: Handle incoming calls to the purchasing department, directing inquiries appropriately.

Working Hours & Location:

Monday to Friday: 8am - 5pm
Semi-remote role: Primarily work from home but with occasional visits to the construction sites or office in London (typically no more than once a week).



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