Assistant Buyer

Are you an Assistant Buyer looking to join a well-established regional housebuilder in Lancashire ? There is an exciting new opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join a well-established regional housebuilder in Lancashire to work within a dynamic procurement department. You will be responsible for the following duties: Procurement of materials and plant for new build housing developmentsPlacement and control of orders, ensuring commercial awarenessLiaising with supply chain regarding product availability, cost control, invoices queriesTo prepare material schedules from contract drawings as requiredManagement of 3-4 live developments along with procuring 1-2 site commencementCommercial administration The company are an award winning developer that can offer excellent career development opportunities and professional development. Experience / Qualifications Required: Experience of working as an Assistant Buyer within the housebuilding sectorGood IT skills and use of Excel and other procurement softwareExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and liaise with peers, supply chain and other departments within the businessAcademically qualified in a relevant domain, procurement, business administration etc.Organised and methodical Salary and Package on offer: Salary 30,000 - 35,000Excellent employer pension contribution25 days holiday + bank holidaysExcellent career progression ..... full job details .....