Materials Buyer

Materials Buyer - Warrington

£45,000 - £55,000 + package

About the Company

A reputable and well-established house builder with a turnover in excess of £40 million, delivering high-quality residential developments across the North West.

The business has built a strong reputation for consistent delivery, quality build standards, and long-term relationships within the industry. With a secure pipeline of work and continued growth, they offer a stable and progressive environment for experienced construction professionals.

The Role

As Materials Buyer, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of materials across multiple residential developments, ensuring projects are supplied efficiently, on time, and within budget.

You will work closely with commercial, site, and technical teams, playing a key role in maintaining cost control and supporting the successful delivery of projects.

As Materials Buyer, you will be responsible for:

Procuring construction materials in line with build programmes
Obtaining and analysing supplier quotations to secure best value
Placing and managing purchase orders
Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships
Monitoring material costs and identifying savings opportunities
Coordinating with site teams to ensure timely delivery of materials
Resolving any supply or quality issues
Maintaining accurate procurement records and cost data
Supporting the wider commercial team with cost control and reporting

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Materials Buyer will have:

Minimum 5 years' experience in a Materials Buyer role within construction
Proven experience working for a house builder or residential developer
Strong knowledge of construction materials and procurement processes
Ability to negotiate effectively and manage supplier relationships
Strong commercial awareness and cost management skills
Excellent organisation and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple sites/projects

What's on Offer

Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000
Full benefits package
Opportunity to join a financially strong and growing house builder
Long-term career progression within a stable business
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Exposure to a strong pipeline of residential developments across the region

Apply:
If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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Please Note:

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

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