At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage procurement for exciting civil engineering projects and build supplier relationships.
- Company: Fast-growing civil engineering specialist delivering innovative infrastructure solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to influence procurement strategy.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on major infrastructure projects across the UK.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement within utilities or civil engineering is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Coventry
Salary: £40k - £50k
About the Company
A fast-growing civil engineering and utilities specialist, delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions across the UK. They provide innovative, sustainable and cost-effective solutions across utilities, civil engineering and reinstatement projects.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Buyer to support their expanding procurement function.
The Role
As Buyer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of multiple utility and civil engineering projects by managing the procurement of specialist materials, subcontract services and supplier relationships. Ensuring materials and services are sourced competitively, delivered efficiently and aligned with project requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional with a background in utilities, civil engineering or infrastructure to join a growing business and make a significant impact within the supply chain function.
Key Responsibilities
- Procure specialist utility materials across electricity, water, gas and civil engineering projects.
- Source and manage suppliers for products including ducting, cable protection systems, chambers, access covers, pipework, fittings and associated infrastructure materials.
- Procure civil engineering and reinstatement materials including aggregates, concrete products, asphalt, paving, drainage products and highway reinstatement materials.
- Negotiate competitive pricing agreements, rebates and supplier frameworks to maximise commercial value.
- Support estimating and tender activities by obtaining accurate material and subcontract quotations.
- Manage procurement schedules, long lead-time items and urgent operational requirements.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders and supplier information.
About You
- Procurement experience within utilities, civil engineering, construction or infrastructure environments.
- Strong experience managing suppliers, subcontractors and commercial negotiations.
- Good understanding of construction and utility materials procurement.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced operational environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and procurement/ERP systems.
Desirable Experience
- Knowledge of SROH and NRSWA requirements.
- Understanding of NEC contracts and construction procurement processes.
- Experience managing regional supplier frameworks.
- Background working with DNO, IDNO, water, gas or infrastructure clients.
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and growing civil engineering business where you will have the opportunity to influence procurement strategy, build supplier relationships and support the delivery of major infrastructure projects across the UK.
Buyer employer: Fourblue
Fourblue is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in Northfleet, England, where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional growth through hands-on experience in the MEP sector, alongside opportunities to lead impactful projects. With a focus on autonomy and shaping engineering solutions, Fourblue offers a rewarding career path for those looking to make a meaningful contribution in a growing company.
