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Senior Buyer
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bracknell, Bracknell Forest
Expire in: a month
Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior M&E Buyer to join our growing commercial and project delivery teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procuring Mechanical & Electrical materials, equipment, and subcontract packages for commercial, residential, industrial, and/or data centre projects.
You will manage the full procurement cycle—sourcing, negotiating, placing orders, monitoring supplier performance, and ensuring best value across all live projects.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Purchasing
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Lead the end-to-end procurement of M&E materials, plant, and services.
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Manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing, reliability, and quality.
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Identify new suppliers and maintain an approved supplier database.
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Issue enquiries, assess quotations, negotiate terms, and place purchase orders.
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Secure cost savings through negotiation, value engineering, and bulk purchasing.
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Arrange hire equipment, plant, and specialist M&E items as required.
Commercial & Project Support
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Work closely with Project Managers, QSs, Engineers, and the Design Team to understand project requirements.
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Support tender and pre-construction procurement strategies.
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Forecast procurement schedules aligned with project programmes.
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Assist commercial teams with budget management and cost reporting.
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Ensure all materials comply with project specifications and technical requirements.
Stock, Logistics & Supply Chain
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Coordinate delivery schedules to site, ensuring timely and efficient logistics.
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Track and manage back orders and lead times to prevent project delays.
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Oversee material call-off processes and supplier performance.
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Manage returns, warranty claims, and material discrepancies.
Compliance & Administration
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Ensure all procurement activities comply with company procedures and industry standards.
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Maintain accurate order records, delivery notes, pricing files, and expenditure reports.
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Support continuous improvement in procurement processes and digital systems.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
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5+ years’ experience as an M&E Buyer within building services or M&E contracting.
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Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical materials, plant, and subcontract procurement.
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Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
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Ability to interpret technical drawings and M&E specifications.
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Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Proficiency in procurement/ERP systems and Microsoft ExcelBefore You Apply
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