Buyer

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Buyer to join a well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor operating across the South West & South Wales. The business delivers a wide range of infrastructure and groundworks projects working in partnership with key stakeholders and developers ensuring a strong pipeline of work. As Buyer you will: * Be responsible for purchasing construction materials and equipment from suppliers * Negotiate prices, terms of business and delivery dates * Ensure that materials/equipment comply with company and industry guidelines * Review the supply chain to ensure best practise Our client requires a Buyer with: * Experience of working within the Construction/Civil Engineering industry * Excellent communication/negotiation skills * Previous experience within a similar position * Hold or working towards a CIPS professional qualification * Extensive knowledge of trades and materials in Civil Engineering or Construction Industry * Knowledge of common use sub-contract documents * Strong negotiation skills * Time management skills, working to tight deadlines Salary/Benefits: * Salary up to £40,000 p/a * Company Car or car allowance * + additional benefits If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Lloyd Barham on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed). We are always looking for candidates for similar positions, so please register your details with us to hear about similar opportunities that you may be interested in. Abatec Ltd. is working as an employment agency on behalf of a client