Junior Buyer: Construction Materials & Sourcing

Martin Group; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm based in Northern Ireland is looking for a Buyer to join their team. This role involves sourcing and negotiating construction materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost efficiency. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of purchasing experience in the construction sector and strong skills in procurement and negotiation. Salary is negotiable based on experience, and the role requires excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of procurement, sourcing or commercial buying experience in construction sector.
• Proven track record in negotiating high-value contracts and cost reduction strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder and supplier engagement.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing, negotiating, and procuring construction materials while ensuring cost efficiency.
• Identifying and selecting reliable suppliers and contractors for live projects.
• Preparing reports on procurement activities and liaising with commercial leads.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Cost management

Supplier engagement

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Job description

A construction firm based in Northern Ireland is looking for a Buyer to join their team. This role involves sourcing and negotiating construction materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost efficiency. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of purchasing experience in the construction sector and strong skills in procurement and negotiation. Salary is negotiable based on experience, and the role requires excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.