Senior Buyer

Ref: AS2071114

Smethwick, West Midlands

£50,000

• Permanent
• Construction Procurement
• Supplier Negotiation
• Material Cost Reduction

About the candidate

This candidate is a seasoned procurement professional with over seven years’ experience across construction and supply chain environments. They bring a strong track record in sourcing building materials, negotiating supplier terms and supporting large-scale construction projects with commercially sound procurement activity.

They are analytical, detail-focused and confident working with cross-functional teams, including quantity surveying and pre-construction functions. Available to start in two weeks, they are seeking a permanent opportunity where they can continue delivering measurable savings, stronger supplier performance and efficient project delivery.

What makes them great?

• Delivers Cost Savings – Helped achieve a 15% reduction in material costs through strategic supplier partnerships while maintaining quality standards.
• Improves Procurement Efficiency – Implemented a streamlined procurement process that improved order accuracy and reduced lead times by 20%.
• Strong Project Collaboration – Works closely with quantity surveying and pre-construction teams to align procurement schedules, budgets and project specifications.

Areas of expertise

• Construction Materials Procurement – Experienced in sourcing and purchasing materials for multiple construction projects, ensuring quality, cost and specification requirements are met.
• Supplier Management & Negotiation – Skilled in building long-term supplier relationships, negotiating favourable terms and improving commercial outcomes.
• Procurement Process Improvement – Confident reviewing purchasing processes, improving order accuracy and reducing lead times across busy project environments.