Kenton Black
Assistant Buyer
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Assistant Buyer
Birmingham | £35,000–£45,000 + Package DOE
Join a global construction business operating at the forefront of the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology sectors.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Buyer / Graduate Buyer to join the growing EMEA Procurement Team, working closely with the Head of Procurement / UK & EMEA Procurement Lead.
Ideally based within a commutable distance of the Birmingham head office, this is an excellent opportunity for an early-career procurement professional to build their experience with a highly respected international business operating in a fast-growing and technically demanding sector.
The Opportunity
You'll be involved across the full 360° procurement lifecycle, supporting major pharmaceutical and biotechnology projects and working across a diverse range of packages, including:
- Capital equipment – process, mechanical, electrical, automation, instrumentation etc.
- Construction trade packages
- Professional services
- Supplier and subcontractor procurement
- Commercial evaluation and negotiations
You'll work as part of a collaborative, experienced procurement team, gaining exposure to complex projects and developing the skills needed to progress your procurement career.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support procurement activities from project initiation through to contract award and delivery
- Act as a company representative and key interface with client procurement teams on assigned projects
- Support the development and implementation of Project Procurement Execution Plans
- Research, identify and qualify new contractors and suppliers
- Evaluate and monitor existing suppliers
- Manage and develop supplier relationships
- Review and commercially evaluate supplier and subcontractor proposals
- Support tendering, negotiation and contract award processes
- Maintain procurement records and ensure project requirements are met
- Work closely with project, commercial and engineering teams to ensure procurement strategies align with project objectives
About You
We're keen to hear from candidates with:
- 1–3 years' experience in a project procurement / buying role within construction
- An Honours Degree in a relevant subject
- Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive, organised and collaborative approach
- The ambition to build a long-term career within procurement
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MCIPS qualified or currently working towards MCIPS would be highly desirable.
What's on Offer?
- £35,000–£45,000 basic salary + package, depending on experience
- Opportunity to join a global construction business
- Exposure to major Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology projects
- Excellent opportunity for career progression
- Work alongside an experienced EMEA procurement team
- International project exposure
- Full 360° procurement lifecycle experience
This is a particularly strong opportunity for an Assistant Buyer or Graduate Buyer looking to take the next step in their career and gain genuine exposure to complex, high-value projects within one of construction's most buoyant sectors.
Interested?
Please send an up-to-date CV to apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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