Job Description

Buyer

Location: West Midlands, Wolverhampton

Job Type: Contract – Full-Time

Start date: 1st July

Ongoing placement 

Salary: £250 - £350 per day

Industry: Construction

A medium sized housing developer seeks a freelance commercial buyer to join their West Midlands team. This role focuses on procuring materials and services essential for house building projects, ensuring quality, value, and timely delivery within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Job Duties

Source and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best terms for materials, services and subcontract packages necessary for house building projects.

Manage purchase orders, contracts and supplier relationships to ensure compliance with company standards and project requirements.

Monitor market trends and evaluate alternative sources to maintain competitive pricing and availability of materials.

Collaborate closely with project managers, site teams and finance to align procurement activities with project timelines and budgets.

Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, supplier performance and delivery schedules.

Identify and mitigate risks associated with supply chain delays or quality issues.

Ensure all procurement activities adhere to relevant health and safety regulations and company policies.

Required Qualifications

Valid full driving licence, essential for site visits and supplier meetings across the region.

Proven experience in buying within the construction or house building industry.

Experience

Demonstrable track record of successful procurement in a house building.

Experience in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.

Familiarity with materials and services commonly used in residential construction projects.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong negotiation and communication skills to secure favourable terms and foster positive supplier partnerships.

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.

Attention to detail in reviewing contracts, specifications and delivery schedules.

Good understanding of the construction process, particularly house building stages and requirements.

Proficient in using procurement software and standard office applications.

Ability to analyse market trends and adapt procurement strategies accordingly.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional qualification in procurement or supply chain management.

Previous experience working with medium sized housing developers or similar organisations.

Knowledge of sustainable procurement practises within construction.

Working Conditions

This role requires frequent travel within the West Midlands area, including site visits and supplier meetings.

Work is primarily office based with regular visits to construction sites.

Standard full-time hours are expected, with occasional flexibility required to meet project deadlines.

Contract position offering the opportunity to work within a supportive and professional team environment