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Materials Buyer

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

Materials Buyer

Manchester - £45,000 + Fuel Card 

About the Company
A well-established construction contractor with a strong reputation in the commercial interiors and fit-out sector. Operating across the UK, the business delivers high-quality projects including partitioning, suspended ceilings, and full interior packages. With decades of industry experience, they are known for their reliability, strong client relationships, and consistent project delivery.

The Role
Due to continued growth, the business is seeking an experienced Materials Buyer to join their team. This is a key role supporting project delivery through effective procurement of materials, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely supply across multiple sites.

As Materials Buyer, you will be responsible for:

Procuring materials in line with project requirements and timelines

Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers

Negotiating prices, terms, and delivery schedules

Managing purchase orders and ensuring accurate record-keeping

Monitoring stock levels and coordinating deliveries to site

Working closely with project managers and site teams to forecast material needs

Identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality

Ensuring all procurement activities align with company procedures and budgets

The Ideal Candidate
The successful Materials Buyer will have:

Previous experience in a buying role within construction, ideally interiors or drylining

Strong knowledge of construction materials and supply chains

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

A proactive and organised approach to workload management

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects

Good IT skills, including Excel and procurement systems

A full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

Competitive salary of £45,000

Fuel card

Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing contractor

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial projects across the UK

Career progression within an established business

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. 
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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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