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Buyer - Construction
Materials Buyer – Permanent Role (Kent-based Head Office)
About the Company
A highly respected refurbishment contractor, with nearly a century of expertise, is seeking an experienced Materials Buyer for their Kent-based head office on a permanent basis.
The company specialises in delivering high-quality refurbishment, restoration and fit-out projects across residential, commercial, educational, and public sector environments. Renowned for its commitment to quality, safety, and long-term client relationships, it collaborates closely with consultants, local authorities, architects, and commercial clients.
With continued growth and a strong pipeline of new projects, this role offers an exciting opportunity for a commercial-minded Materials Buyer to join their established team.
Your New Role
As Materials Buyer, you will be responsible for procuring materials for multiple refurbishment and construction projects, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and timely sourcing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing supplier relationships to maintain exceptional service levels.
- Negotiating prices, rebates, and purchasing agreements to achieve best value.
- Monitoring supplier lead times to ensure compliance with project programmes.
- Raising accurate purchase orders and maintaining procurement records.
- Resolving supply chain issues and implementing process improvements.
- Ensuring supplier performance meets agreed service levels.
- Processing and allocating invoices collaboratively with operational and commercial teams.
- Organising timely and cost-effective deliveries to site.
- Supporting multiple live projects and adapting to changing requirements.
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Required Experience & Skills
Candidates must have:
- Extensive experience as a Buyer, Materials Buyer, or Procurement Specialist.
- Strong negotiation skills, supplier management, and cost control abilities.
- Proven construction industry experience, preferably in a main contractor environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and IT systems.
- A proactive, organised, and team-driven mindset.
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Benefits & Growth Opportunities
- Competitive salary (up to £55k) plus benefits including car/travel allowance and discretionary bonus.
- Long-term career progression within a stable, growing business.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of refurbishment and fit-out projects.
- Flexibility to contribute to multiple projects with evolving demands.
How to Apply
If this role interests you, click [apply now] to submit your up-to-date CV, or contact the team for a discussion about your career needs.
Desired Keywords: Buyer, procurement, Kent, construction
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