Buyer

Freelance Buyer - Sheffield

Project: Various residential developments
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Duration: 3-6 months
Job Type: Freelance / Contract

About the Company

Our client is a prestigious and well-established house builder with over 60 years in the construction industry. They pride themselves on putting sustainability first while delivering high quality new build housing developments across the North of England.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experienced Regional Buyer to play a key role as part of the commercial team based from the head office in Shefield. In this pivotal role, you will oversee procurement activities for multiple residential development projects across the Midlands and the North, driving the delivery of high-quality new homes. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring projects are completed efficiently, on time, and to the highest standards, while actively supporting the company's broader strategic objectives.

What We're Looking For

Relevant Qualifications:

* CIPS / MCIPS qualification or equivalent

Experience:

* Previous background in successfully delivering various residential developments for a well-established house builder
* Extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience operating in a Buying / Procurement role

Key Skills:

* Effective time management
* Superb negotiation capabilities
* Analytical and mathematical skills
* Strong cost management expertise
* Excellent sales and presentation skills
* Strong communication and attention to details
* A solid understanding of construction materials, methods, and techniques
* In-depth knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost control
* Advanced utilisation of COINS (procurement section) system and Microsoft Excel & Word packages
* Comprehensive technical knowledge, including a thorough understanding of current procurement-related regulations such as building regulations and NHBC standards

Key Responsibilities

* Issuing purchase order information
* Manage and monitor all material rebate related activity
* Monitor annual expenditure, prepare analysis figures and issue and prepare tender invitations
* Create and issue purchase orders, confirming correct quantities, specifications, and delivery terms
* Deliver an efficient and effective group procurement service, ensuring all regions and sites are fully supported on group-wide agreements and related matters, with clear value delivered by the buying team
* Oversee consistent group procurement support across new and existing projects, optimising group deals, ensuring compliance with ordering processes, and using approved suppliers, materials, and specifications
* Act as a main point of