Buyer

Ref: AS4685993

Borehamwood, Hertfordshire

£40,000

• Permanent
• Construction Materials Procurement
• Supplier Negotiation
• Budget Control

About the candidate

An experienced procurement professional with a strong background in construction materials sourcing, supplier management and budget control. They have worked across regional, national and local construction supply environments, managing purchasing activity across multiple projects while keeping a close eye on cost, quality and delivery timescales.

They are looking for a permanent opportunity and are available to start in 2 weeks. Collaborative, proactive and comfortable working under pressure, they bring strong negotiation skills, accurate reporting capability and a practical approach to improving procurement processes.

What makes them great?

• Improves Procurement Efficiency - Introduced a streamlined reporting system that reduced administrative overhead by around 15%, improving budget tracking and supplier management.
• Strengthens Supplier Performance - Helped enhance supplier relationships and dispute resolution, contributing to around a 20% uplift in on-time material availability.
• Delivers Cost-Conscious Buying - Supported procurement strategies that improved cost savings by around 10% while maintaining product quality through effective vendor selection.

Areas of expertise

• Construction Materials Procurement - Experienced in sourcing and purchasing building materials in line with project specifications, timelines and budget requirements.
• Supplier Management & Negotiation - Confident managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and resolving disputes to improve service and delivery outcomes.
• Budget Tracking & Reporting - Skilled in producing accurate procurement reports and improving visibility across spend, supplier performance and project requirements.