Buildings and Construction UK Buyer

About the Role

The Buildings and Construction UK Buyer position offers the chance to make a real impact within a dynamic, international organisation. As a Buildings and Construction UK Buyer, you'll be at the heart of strategic procurement initiatives, driving compliance and delivering exceptional value across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy development for the Buildings and Construction category
• Drive compliant procurement processes and lead cross-functional project teams
• Negotiate and establish national and international frame contracts
• Monitor supplier performance and implement recovery actions when needed
• Contribute to savings targets and secure supply chain efficiency
• Ensure services are delivered on time, on quality, and within budget
• Provide expert guidance on procurement building contracts and processes

What We're Looking For: To succeed as a Buildings and Construction UK Buyer, you'll need:

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, operations, or facility management
• Proven experience in setting up procurement strategy within the Buildings and Construction category
• Project management experience (building projects highly valued)
• Advanced negotiation and people management skills
• Strong business analytical abilities
• Knowledge of procurement building contracts
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams

The Details

• Location: Broughton, Chester (3 days per week on-site; Tuesday and Thursday mandatory)
• Hours: 35 hours per week (flexible between 7am-7pm)
• Pay Rate: Up to £44.00 per hour (Umbrella); Up to £32.89 per hour (PAYE)
• Security Clearance: BPSS+ required
• IR35 Status: Off-payroll working rules apply
• Travel: Limited travel to other UK sites may be required

Why Join?

This company values professional expertise and offers the opportunity to work on significant, strategic procurement projects. The Buildings and Construction UK Buyer role provides exposure to international procurement practices, the chance to influence supplier strategy, and the satisfaction of driving measurable business results.