Construction Buyer

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Join McGoff Construction as a Construction Buyer

Location: Altrincham Head Office

About McGoff Construction

McGoff Construction is a privately owned, award-winning construction and integrated support services business with a 50-year legacy. With our holistic approach to construction, we acquire, design, build, operate, and maintain spaces for clients nationwide, particularly in the care, education, healthcare, and food retail sectors. Our commitment to quality has earned us recognition, including The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For and Investors in People Gold.

Our success is rooted in our EPIC values:

• Excellence: Creating a united team that takes pride in their work and drives improvement through collaboration.
• Passion: Delivering inspiring spaces through sustainable, inclusive methods.
• Innovation: Embracing creativity to solve industry challenges.
• Collaboration: Aligning with all stakeholders for efficient, high-quality outcomes.

About the Role: Construction Buyer

As a Construction Buyer, you'll play a key role in our Procurement team, ensuring that high-quality materials and services are secured efficiently and within budget. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, supporting both our internal and client-focused work.

Role Responsibilities

• Procurement Management: Place purchase orders with approved suppliers, ensuring all transactions align with project budgets and specifications.
• Quote Sourcing: Obtain three quotes for all orders as standard; for orders over £500, use our Material Comparison Sheet and secure necessary approvals.
• Cost Efficiency: Identify cost-effective alternatives to material specifications, obtaining approval from the team and client representatives.
• Collaboration: Liaise with commercial and design teams regarding all project material matters, ensuring strong alignment on spend and value.
• Documentation: Maintain project Requisition Trackers, Procurement Schedules, and Brick & Block Delivery Schedules, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution.
• Project Meetings: Attend pre-start project meetings and site or office team meetings, reporting on all procurement aspects.
• Supplier Relations: Update and maintain our supplier database, building strong relationships with current and potential supply partners.
• End-of-Project Support: Assist with the preparation of O&M Manuals as each project concludes

Requirements

We're seeking a buyer in the construction sector.

• Experience: Minimum of two years' experience as a materials and plant buyer within construction.
• Technical Skills: Strong IT skills and experience with procurement and tracking software.
• Communication: Exceptional communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Relationship Building: Skilled at building positive relationships with internal teams and suppliers alike.

What We Offer

McGoff Construction is committed to fostering a supportive, growth-focused environment for our employees.

• Pension: 6% employer contribution to your workplace pension.
• Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, with holiday buy-back options and a bonus birthday holiday.
• Healthcare: Access to a comprehensive Healthcare Scheme.
• Giving Back: One paid 'Change the World' volunteering day each year.
• Professional Growth: A role that offers opportunities for development in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Why McGoff Construction?

Joining McGoff Construction means joining a company that values diversity, inclusivity, and career progression. As an equal-opportunity employer, we ensure fair treatment and nurture talent across our workforce.

If you're ready to contribute to a values-driven company at the forefront of construction excellence, apply today to join our team.