Graduate/ Assistant Buyer

GRADUATE / ASSISTANT BUYER FULL TIME WARRINGTON £28,500 + £4,000 CAR ALLOWANCE 9 30 MON THURS 8 30 FRIDAYWe are currently recruiting for a Graduate / Assistant Buyer to join a growing construction operation based in Warrington.This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and commercially minded individual to develop their career within buying and procurement, supporting the delivery of residential developments including houses and apartments.Key Responsibilities Assist with managing the specification process and agreeing final specifications for houses and apartments.Obtain and prepare material schedules from working drawings.Prepare tender lists and tender documentation for major materials.Obtain, compare and analyse supplier quotations.Prepare material budgets and provide cost information to surveyors.Negotiate prices with suppliers and place material orders.Check material schedules against drawings and specifications.Place bulk and supplementary orders as required.Provide material costs for variations and purchasers extras.Amend and place orders in accordance with variations.Negotiate plant prices and place plant orders required by sites.Liaise with the Construction Director regarding site set-up and compound requirements.Monitor and collate material, plant and variation costs.Provide monthly cost analysis and reporting.Check material and plant invoices against orders and resolve discrepancies.Arrange supplier credits where necessary.Attend buying forums and assist ..... full job details .....