Are you a proven Buyer with experience delivering procurement outcomes in civil engineering or a comparable project-led environment? Can you confidently plan, place and progress orders, manage key supply chain relationships, and protect cost, quality and delivery on live projects This is a chance to step into a high-impact procurement role where you’ll influence project success, drive value, and help shape a stronger, more resilient supply chain — if you’re ready for a role with genuine ownership, read on and apply now The Opportunity Join a well-established, project-focused organisation with a strong delivery culture and clear guiding principles around integrity, accountability and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a collaborative commercial/procurement environment where people are visible, accessible, and expected to take ownership — with the opportunity to contribute ideas, improve ways of working, and build strong stakeholder relationships across the wider business The Role You’ll take responsibility for procuring materials and services to support project teams (and, where required, head office overhead spend). Working closely with commercial teams and suppliers, you’ll help ensure procurement activity is planned, controlled, and aligned to programme needs — balancing value, risk, compliance and delivery. Key responsibilities will include: * Obtaining best value from suppliers for materials, services and consumables * Planning, placing and progressing orders while monitoring cost, quality and delivery performance * Reporting on the placement and progress of orders against the project procurement plan * Supporting the ongoing development of procurement strategy and business planning * Developing and managing a capable supplier base aligned to current and future project demands * Working with HSQE stakeholders to ensure suppliers meet required approvals/standards * Maintaining commercial awareness of different forms of contract and engaging with live project progress (including site visits where required) * Operating with a strong personal focus on safety and compliance, both in-office and when visiting sites you will have the following qualifications & experience * Proven experience operating as a Buyer (or similar procurement role) within a project-driven environment (ideally construction/civil engineering or similar) * Strong commitment to health, safety, quality and environmental compliance * A proactive, accountable approach with the ability to deliver consistently and contribute to continuous improvement * Working knowledge of recognised procurement standards and good practice (e.g., CIPS-aligned principles) * Sound commercial awareness, including an understanding of differing contract forms and how procurement impacts project outcomes * Strong supplier and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge and drive performance * Strong capability in procurement planning, order placement and order progress tracking If this sounds like the right next step for you, apply now or get in touch with Emma Chambers to discuss the opportunity in confidence
Buyer in Abingdon employer: Millbank Holdings
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an exceptional employer, recognised as one of the UK's Best Big Companies to Work For, offering a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a collaborative culture, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while working on diverse site services equipment in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. The company prioritises safety and continuous improvement, ensuring that you can thrive in your role as a Site Services Engineer.
