Senior Buyer

6 days ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Talent Build Solutions Ltd Full time £55,000 - £70,000 per year

Job Title:
Buyer / Senior Buyer - Construction

Location:
West Midlands

Salary:
£55k - £70k per annum (depending on experience)

Contract:
Full-time, permanent, office based

We're proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly reputable sub-contractor within the construction industry. With a strong pipeline of secured projects and repeat business from Tier 1 contractors, this company continues to deliver high-quality work across the region.

Due to continued growth and a full order book, we're seeking an experienced
Senior Buyer
to play a key role within the procurement and commercial team.  As
Senior Buyer
, you'll take ownership of the procurement of materials and subcontract services across projects, ensuring best value, on-time delivery, and strong supplier performance. Working closely with the commercial and site teams, you'll help drive procurement efficiency and contribute to the continued success of this respected business.

What you'll be doing:

  • Manage the end-to-end procurement process for materials and subcontractor services
  • Source and negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value, quality, and service
  • Raise and manage purchase orders, issue enquiries, and monitor delivery schedules
  • Maintain accurate records of requisitions, supplier data, and goods received
  • Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, monitoring performance and compliance
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement procurement improvements
  • Collaborate with project teams to align purchasing strategies with programme needs

What you'll bring to this role:

  • Proven and substantial experience in
    procurement within the construction sector
    (sub-contractor experience ideally)
  • Strong
    negotiation and communication skills
    , able to build positive relationships internally and externally
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Outlook)
  • Good working knowledge of construction materials and supply chains
  • Strong administration skills and the willingness to undertake the procurement administrative duties

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Supportive, team-oriented working environment
  • Excellent opportunities for professional development and progression
  • Exposure to varied projects with leading Tier 1 contractors

If you're an experienced Buyer looking to take the next step into a
Senior Buyer
position or a
Senior Buyer
looking to progress rapidly to a
Purchasing Manager
, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now
with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

This is an office based role in the West Midlands and you'll visit sites about once a fortnight, so you'll need to be within a commutable location and have right to work in the UK.

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