Buyer

Bromford Housing Group; Chipping Sodbury, Tewkesbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing provider is seeking an experienced buyer to join their in-house construction team. The role involves managing the entire procurement process for multiple developments and requires proven experience in a housebuilding environment. Applicants should have strong negotiation and relationship-building skills, along with proficiency in tools like COINS and MS Excel. The position offers a permanent full-time career with flexible working options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working

Performance related pay

Pension scheme contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous holiday and paid family leave

Annual £500 allowance for benefits

Qualifications

• Proven buyer experience within a housebuilding environment.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A full UK driving licence and valid CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full material procurement process for construction projects.
• Source and manage suppliers while negotiating prices.
• Review schedules and specifications with Technical and Construction teams.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Building

Attention to Detail

IT Skills

Tools

COINS

MS Excel

Job description

Join Bromford, part of Bromford Flagship, and become part of a leading housing provider delivering community-focused services across the Midlands and Southwest – all backed by the scale and ambition of the Bromford Flagship group.

We’re looking for an experienced buyer to join our in‑house construction team, supporting the delivery of high quality homes across multiple developments. Working within the Commercial Team, you’ll manage the full material procurement process, ensuring that every development is supplied with the right materials, on time and within budget.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of buying functions across several sites, sourcing and managing suppliers, negotiating prices, and ensuring quality standards are met. You’ll work closely with the Technical and Construction teams to review schedules, specifications and drawings, producing robust works packages for tender. You’ll analyse tenders, oversee the scheduling of materials, and ensure compliance with policies, procedures and procurement legislation.

You’ll keep up to date with market trends and new products, using your insight to help us make effective supply chain decisions. You’ll champion continuous improvement, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance our processes and relationships. You’ll also work with our Central Procurement team to explore group purchasing opportunities, ensuring value for money and consistency across our developments.

Role details

This role is permanent and full time. You can be based from either of our main offices in Chipping Sodbury or Tewkesbury with some visit sites across Bristol and Gloucestershire.

Requirements

• Proven buyer experience within a housebuilding environment and a solid understanding of buying processes and commercial practice
• Experience of scheduling materials such as 1st and 2nd fix timbers
• Strong IT skills, ideally with experience of COINS and good knowledge of MS Excel
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship‑building skills
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
• A full UK driving licence
• A valid CSCS card (or willingness to obtain one)
• The ability to complete a basic DBS and consumer check

If you’re an organised, proactive and relationship‑focused buyer who thrives in a fast‑paced construction environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Important dates

The closing date is 25 January with interviews taking place 6 February.

Application note

This job posting may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.

What we offer

Flexible and hybrid working; many roles support working across our main locations and home

Performance related pay based on shared success

A choice of pension schemes with employer contributions of up to10%

Employee Assistance Programme that provides 24/7 virtual GP access, prescription service, and talking therapies for you and your family

Generous holiday, occupational sick pay paid family leave

Annual allowance of £500 to spend on benefits of your choosing, including healthcare plans, dental care, gym membership and much more

About us

We’re part of one of the biggest housing associations in the country, Bromford Flagship. As Bromford, our purpose is simple and honest: we invest in homes and relationships so that people can thrive.

We provide over 47,000 homes in the West Midlands and West of England; we have relationships with more than 112,000 customers; we have a strong balance sheet and we plan to deliver 11,000 more homes by 2032.

But we’re only just getting started.

Through place‑based working, our people build progress from the ground up. You’ll find us at the heart of the communities we serve, forging stronger neighbourhood relationships, reacting faster to shifting needs, and planning smarter.

And we’ve created a thriving place of our own – giving brilliant people like you the tools and opportunities to build a future. With development that helps you grow in your role, build future‑ready skills, and perform at your best. All within a vibrant and inclusive culture guided by our values.

We’re a place for people determined to make a difference.

Bromford. A place to make your own.

Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

We’re proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work, thanks to our inclusive, values‑driven culture. We know that diverse teams bring out the best in everyone, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.

We are a proud \"Disability Confident\" (Level 2) and Menopause Friendly employer and have signed the Armed Forces covenant to support those who serve.

We encourage people from all sections of our community to apply for jobs with us. Particularly, we welcome those who have been historically under‑represented in areas of our workforce including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Wherever possible, we offer flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work and personal life, alongside the tools, training, and opportunities you need to develop and succeed in your career.