At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage cost control and financial reporting for construction materials and plant.
- Company: Join Vistry Southern, a top UK housebuilder with a strong team culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, annual bonus, company car, and up to 39 days leave.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a commitment to sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the construction industry while developing your career.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths, plus experience in a buying role.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join our team within Vistry Southern, at our Basingstoke office. As our Senior Buyer, you will provide a full range of cost control, forecasting and financial reporting duties on all aspects of materials supply and plant for construction work within your region. Working closely with the wider Commercial team, you will be responsible for the performance of the sites within your control.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we are also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
What's in it for you:
- Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
- Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
- Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
- Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 2 Volunteering days per annum
- Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
- Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
- Share save and share incentive schemes
- Christmas company shutdown
- Employee rewards portal with many more benefits
In return, what we would like from you:
- Behave in line with our company values: Integrity, Caring and Quality
- 5 or more GCSE passes at grades A-C, including English and Mathematics
- Proven length of experience working for a contractor or residential house developer in a buying role
- A good understanding of building regulations and legal obligations
- A good knowledge of construction methods and materials
- Strong mathematical and IT ability
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
- Ability to assess and analyse information
- Good commercial sense
- Good understanding of budget management
- Negotiating and networking skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work
- Good team working skills
- Accurate with an eye for detail
- Willingness to go above and beyond to meet deadlines as and when the business requires it
Desirable:
- Degree in Construction or similar, or HNC/ONC in Construction or similar
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, or working towards full membership
- Working towards being a chartered member of the Institute of Purchasing
Join us in making Vistry.
Senior Buyer - Basingstoke in Hampshire employer: Vistry
Vistry is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture in Cheltenham, where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills. As a Finance Manager, you will benefit from comprehensive training opportunities and a commitment to work-life balance, making it a rewarding place to build your career while contributing to meaningful financial strategies.
