Birmingham
Buyer - House Building Location: Prestonbrook, Cheshire Contract: Temporary - Permanent About the Company This position is working for a well-established and growing house building company delivering high-quality residential developments across the North West. They pride themselves on strong supplier relationships, efficient procurement, and building homes to the highest standards. The Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Buyer to join the commercial/procurement team. You will be responsible for managing the procurement of materials and services across multiple residential developments, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification. Key Responsibilities Procure materials, plant, and subcontract services for residential housing projects Prepare and issue enquiries, analyse quotations, and place purchase orders Negotiate prices, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers and subcontractors Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and source new ones as required Monitor material costs against budgets and report cost movements Ensure timely deliveries to site in line with construction programmes Work closely with Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Commercial Managers Ensure compliance with company procedures, health & safety standards, and sustainability targets Skills & Experience Previous experience as a Buyer within house building or construction (essential) Strong knowledge of building materials and supply chains Excellent negotiation and communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Commercially aware with good cost control skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement systems Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Desirable Experience working for a residential developer or main contractor Knowledge of COINS, Sage, or similar construction ERP systems Relevant qualification in construction, procurement, or supply chain management What We Offer Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Career progression within a growing business Supportive and collaborative working environment How to Apply Please apply with your CV. TPBN1_UKTJ