At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage supply chain and procure materials for new housing developments.
- Company: Regional house builder with a focus on innovative housing solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, flexible working, and enhanced pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunities for continued learning and career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and develop your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in house building and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
August 19, 2026A regional house builder have a requirement for a Buyer to join their commercial team.
The company specialise in New Build Housing developments across the North-West region.
Buyer role Reporting to the Head of Commercial, you will be responsible for managing the supply chain in respect of material procurement.
Ensuring materials are procured to budget, programme, and specification.
Liaise with the Design Manager, Estimator and Head of Commercial on queries and suggested improvements to minimise waste and reduce cost.
Liaise with the Estimator, Senior Quantity Surveyor and Head of Commercial on bible build costs.
Assist the SQS and Head of Commercial with negotiating material framework agreements including rebate arrangements to reduce standard costs and maximise profitability.
Assist with the production of site start budgets ensuring material allowances are in line with cost plan allowances.
Maximise profitability and assist with value engineering to ensure developments remain viable without compromising build quality and health and safety.
Prepare tenders for materials ensuring information and tender inclusions and undertake a detailed review of tender returns to ensure that materials are procured in line with cost plan allowances and site start budgets.
Contribute to the cost to complete with the Quantity Surveyor on material costs and allowances and undertake material on site reconciliation.
Negotiate material price increases with supply chain to minimise cost increases. Where required procure new material suppliers and raise orders without impacting build programme.
Experience in a house building commercial position within an established house building organisation.
Experience of managing budgets, commercial reporting, negotiation High commercial acumen with the ability to work at pace.
The company are offering a competitive salary (dependant on experience), with a car allowance, and additional company benefits including an enhanced pension scheme, flexible and hybrid working options, discounts and reward schemes, annual bonus and continued learning and development opportunities.
How to apply If you are interested in joining a growing business and are looking for opportunities to develop your skills as a Buyer, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece for a confidential chat or apply via the link provided.
Buyer Procurement Work from Home in Liverpool employer: Fawkes & Reece
Fawkes & Reece is an exceptional employer for those looking to thrive in the recruitment industry, particularly within the vibrant Northampton area. With a strong emphasis on personal and professional growth, employees benefit from comprehensive training, an uncapped commission structure, and a supportive team culture that values relationships and results. The company also offers attractive perks such as quarterly bonuses and exclusive discounts, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
