Construction Buying Administrator

Construction Buying Administrator 📍 Location: Laindon, Essex 💰 Salary: £30k 🕒 Hours: • Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM • Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM 📅 Job Type: Full-Time | Immediate Start Available Do you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for procurement? We’re looking for a Buying Administrator to support our Purchasing team in ensuring smooth operations and efficient material sourcing. What You’ll Be Doing: ✅ Analysing supplier quotes and producing cost comparison spreadsheets ✅ Processing and placing orders, updating the company’s procurement system ✅ Assisting with Health & Safety documentation, including COSHH reports ✅ Checking invoices against purchase orders for accuracy ✅ Chasing deliveries and managing supplier communication ✅ Handling site requests for additional or replacement materials ✅ Preparing material order files for site managers What We’re Looking For: 🔹 Previous administration experience, ideally in a buying or procurement role 🔹 Strong numerical and analytical skills 🔹 IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Excel 🔹 Highly organised with excellent attention to detail 🔹 Strong communication skills to liaise with suppliers and internal teams 💡 If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills in a growing company, this is the perfect opportunity for you! 📩 Apply today to join our Purchasing team