MCR Property Group
Construction Buyer
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Buyer - Construction Division
Manchester
Permanent
Who Are We?
MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong UK presence, operating from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow. Our primary focus is the delivery of new residential and industrial developments, alongside the management of a diverse portfolio that includes approximately 5,000 residential plots and commercial and industrial assets exceeding £2 billion in value.
We are entering an exciting phase of expansion and are looking for bright, personable, and self-driven individuals with a genuine passion for the property and construction sector. This is a fantastic time to join the business and become part of a team that is truly committed to growth, quality, and long-term success.
The Requirement
We're currently seeking a Construction Buyer to join our Manchester office, specialising in construction procurement across our development projects. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a fast-paced and thriving business, offering genuine opportunities for growth and long-term career development. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey with MCR Property Group and contribute to our mission of creating enduring value in the property market, we would love to hear from you.
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In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Pricing materials and plant at tender stage for new projects
- Supplying accurate and competitive cost information to the wider project team
- Identifying, sourcing, and building strong working relationships with reliable suppliers
- Creating and maintaining a robust database of preferred vendors
- Ensuring key relationships are effectively managed
- Working closely with the accounting function to place material purchase orders and manage associated invoices
- Supporting other departments by assisting with procurement queries and packages to help identify potential cost savings
The role will involve both direct and indirect procurement, with opportunities to suggest and implement improvements to systems, processes, and overall efficiency. You will also be expected to undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.
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About You
The successful candidate will be able to:
- Build and maintain productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and suppliers
- Confidently negotiate to secure the best possible pricing, payment terms, and rebates
- Be analytical and numerically strong
- Possess proven problem-solving ability and a high level of commercial awareness
- Have strong time management skills
- Prioritize workloads, meet targets, and perform effectively under pressure, including in time-sensitive or challenging situations
- Have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy
Strong previous experience within construction and facilities procurement would be highly desirable.
In Return
MCR offers a competitive benefits package including:
- 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service up to a maximum of 25 days
- Your birthday off as an additional day's leave
- A relaxed dress-down policy on Fridays
- A free annual eye test voucher
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