Assistant Buyer in Newcastle upon Tyne

Our client is a Construction Contractor based out of the North East that has an exciting pipeline of Commercial projects moving into the New Yeat. This is an excellent entry‑level opportunity for an individual looking to start a career in construction procurement. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative and logistical support to the Buying team, ensuring the smooth and efficient supply of materials and services for various construction projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Buyers in processing and expediting purchase orders for materials and subcontract packages.
• Conduct initial research to identify potential new suppliers and gather price comparisons.
• Help maintain and update the Approved Supplier List and procurement database.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure on‑time delivery and resolve minor delivery queries.
• Process and track supplier invoices, working closely with the finance department to resolve discrepancies.
• Manage procurement files and documentation to ensure compliance and easy retrieval.
• Support the negotiation process by preparing documentation and reports.

The role requires excellent organisational skills, a proactive attitude, and a strong commitment to accuracy and teamwork.

Assistant Buyer • Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, UK