Construction Buyer

GPW Recruitment are seeking an experienced Buyer, with a strong background in the Construction sector, on a permanent basis. This is a very exciting opportunity, to join a well established family business with over 30 years prescence in the industry. Working as an essential part of a friendly, experienced team, you will work closely with contract manager and suppliers undertaking general purchasing duties within the construction industry. Duties will include: · Daily ordering of raw materials from external suppliers · Ordering and reviewing of plant hire tools and equipment to ensure minimum hire costs whilst maintaining reports. · Updating delivery dates / chasing late orders & expediting raw materials where required · Monitoring stock levels & liaising with supervisor to replenish stocks · Working closely with Contracts Managers, Goods In & Production to ensure business requirements are met including stock availability issues · Liaising with Goods In / Purchase Ledger / Suppliers where delivery / invoice discrepancies arise · Reviewing purchasing agreements with suppliers and maintaining price updates. · Sourcing new raw materials suppliers and services. · Requesting samples & technical information from potential new suppliers for future projects. · Negotiating with new & existing suppliers Our client are specifically seeking somebody with experience in the construction sector