The Role:I am looking for a highly organised and commercially-minded Materials Buyer with proven experience in procurement within the Housing Sector. This is a key role within the business and a new hire, responsible for ensuring the efficient, cost-effective sourcing of materials across developments while supporting strong supplier relationships and maintaining high standards of compliance.Duties:

• To lead on all materials buying across site for the business
• Place material orders in line with budget, specifications, programme requirements, and look to agree deal agreements.
• Create material tender lists, prepare enquiry packages, negotiate best prices, and evaluate returned tenders.
• Identify and review potential supply chain gaps and risks.
• Manage preferred and approved supplier lists.
• Produce and review KPIs, reporting findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Providing supplier package information when required.
• Prepare detailed buying reports showing profit/loss against allowances.
• Maintain and manage Procurement Schedules for allocated sites.
• Undertake value engineering exercises with specified suppliers.
• Attend handover meetings for new schemes.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in procurement within the Housing Sector.
• Background working in a commercial team.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Understanding of building regulations and legal requirements.
• Solid knowledge of construction methods and materials.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Strong numerical skills and good IT competency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using COINS or similar systems is desirable
• Ability to assess and analyse information effectively.
• Strong communication and teamwork capabilities.
• Proven organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

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