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Buyer, Business

Job in Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listing for: Building Careers UK
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-18
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Business Development, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 GBP Yearly GBP 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Our client, a well-established and growing business within the construction materials sector, is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their procurement team.

The Role:

As Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing and procuring materials, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring cost-effective and timely supply to support ongoing projects and production requirements.

You will work closely with operations, commercial, and logistics teams to maintain supply chain efficiency while driving value and performance from suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Source and procure stone, asphalt, aggregates, and associated materials
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
  • Monitor market trends and material pricing
  • Ensure continuity of supply across multiple sites/projects
  • Manage purchase orders, contracts, and supplier performance
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
  • Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to forecast demand
Requirements:
  • Previous experience as a Buyer or Procurement professional
  • Background within stone, asphalt, aggregates, or construction materials
  • Strong negotiation and commercial skills
  • Understanding of supply chain management within heavy materials
  • Ability to manage multiple suppliers and priorities
  • Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
  • Proficient in procurement systems and Microsoft Office
What's on

Offer:
  • Competitive salary (DOE)
  • Company pension
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Supportive team environment
  • Long-term career progression within a stable and growing business
What you need to do now:

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or reach out to Adam at (url removed) or (phone number removed).

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career

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Please Note:

Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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