Interim Buyer; Construction Projects

Rate 37.5 hours per week, hourly rate negotiable

We are seeking a seasoned purchasing professional to bring a wealth of knowledge and experience of working with JCT/CIC Contracts to the existing team. This role will be vital to supporting a high number of construction projects happening in 2026/2027 of medium to high value.

In this role, you will purchase construction-based goods and services within approved guidelines to ensure that company operational needs are met, taking into account the price, quality and delivery and ensuring continuity of supply.

• Research suppliers and negotiate price/terms for various construction projects
• Management of new and existing suppliers for indirect purchasing requirements (expense and capital items).
• Creation, negotiation, maintenance and review of purchase agreements.
• Creation and management of tenders/RFQ’s for services (e.g. design consultants) and capital items (construction project works)
• Conduct market research into identifying pricing trends
• Conduct Supplier Business Reviews (S ) for principal suppliers
• Use of purchasing system (SAP) for raising requisitions/PO’s/running reports/checking invoices/raising and maintaining PIRs and source lists
• New supplier onboarding/existing supplier modification process using (SRM system)

• Demonstrable years of purchasing experience
• Experience of JCT and CIC or equivalent construction/consultancy contracts essential from a client perspective
• Experience of computerised purchasing system (preferably SAP)
• Computer literate (MS Word, Excel and Outlook essential)
• Working knowledge of contracts

Apply If this position interests you, and you would like to learn more or explore other available jobs that could also match your skill set, please apply today or email