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1 year ago

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Job brief:

An established company based in Sutton-in-Ashfield, that is continuing to grow year on year, are looking for an experienced Buyer to join their team. As the Buyer, you will play an integral role in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Buying Manager, your duties will include:

Providing prices for all materials included in project plans and drawings
Identifying potential suppliers and new products
Contacting a range of suppliers and sub‐contractors to obtain quotations and agree delivery times
Keeping detailed records and maintaining a well‐organised work schedule
Assessing the reliability of sub‐contractors and suppliers
Dealing effectively with challenges with suppliers and the flow of materials
Ensuring compliance with the safety, health and environment requirements of materials and services
Providing advice to the project estimator on the predicted cost of individual items
Liaising closely with the estimator at the tendering stage to ensure that an accurate project cost is provided
Preparing and maintaining cost reports in order to maximise efficiency within the business
Negotiating and agreeing the most favourable terms possible with suppliers once a contract has been secured

The ideal candidate should have:
Excellent, communication skills
Negotiating skills
An aptitude for figures and the ability to manage a budget
At minimum of 5 years buying experience
A background working in a construction or plant hire setting

As the Buyer you will be able to build good relationships with all kinds of people, be persuasive plus willing to make decisions and take responsibility for them. In return you will be offered a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, full time in the office, 7:30am - 5:00pm. Also, you will be offered 21 days holidays plus statutory Bank Holidays. The company offers free onsite parking, discounted eye tests and a company pension

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