Buyer

Location Redditch
Discipline: Construction
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
Contact name: Billy Sewell

Contact email: billy.sewell@edgecareers.co.uk
Job ref: 052
Published: 12 days ago

Job Title: Buyer

Location: Redditch

Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to support construction projects by sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring all materials are delivered on time and within budget. This role is critical to maintaining efficient site operations across multiple active projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop supplier relationships to secure cost-effective, high-quality materials

  • Place orders in line with project schedules and operational demands

  • Issue daily order sheets and coordinate with internal teams to improve efficiency

  • Provide accurate delivery ETAs and proactively manage delays or changes

  • Liaise with commercial and production teams to ensure materials meet project requirements

  • Coordinate site collections including muck-away, haulage, tarmac, and concrete

  • Arrange plant and site-to-site transport

  • Support site mobilisations and new project starts

  • Mentor and support Trainee and Assistant Buyers

Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven experience as a Buyer within construction, groundworks, or civil engineering

  • Strong knowledge of construction materials and supply chain processes

  • Excellent organisational and coordination skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

  • Strong communication skills across site and office teams

  • Commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and efficiency

Package & Benefits

  • Permanent position

  • 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)

  • Company pension scheme

  • Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

  • Employee Assistance Programme

About the Business

With over 30 years of experience in residential groundworks and civil engineering, our client supports leading housebuilders across the UK. Backed by an experienced workforce and extensive plant fleet, they deliver high-quality projects with a strong emphasis on safety, collaboration, and long-term client relationships.