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Job Description

Materials Buyer – Property Developer\n\nLocation: Reading (Site & Office Based)\n\nWe are a well-established and growing property developer delivering high-quality traditional build residential projects across the South East. Due to continued growth, we are looking to appoint an experienced Materials Buyer to support our live and upcoming developments in and around Reading.\n\nThis is a hands-on role suited to a commercially aware buyer who understands the demands of site delivery and can build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification.\n\nThe Role\n\n * \n\n Procure materials for traditional build residential developments, from groundwork through to completion\n\n * \n\n Place and manage purchase orders in line with programme requirements\n\n * \n\n Source competitive pricing while maintaining quality and reliability of supply\n\n * \n\n Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and merchants\n\n * \n\n Monitor lead times, resolve supply issues, and ensure continuity of materials to site\n\n * \n\n Liaise closely with site teams, commercial, and project management teams\n\n * \n\n Manage delivery schedules, shortages, and returns\n\n * \n\n Maintain accurate procurement records and cost control data\n\nAbout You\n\n * \n\n Proven experience as a Materials Buyer within residential construction (developer or main contractor)\n\n * \n\n Strong knowledge of traditional build materials and sequencing\n\n * \n\n Commercially aware with good negotiation skills\n\n * \n\n Organised, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced site environment\n\n * \n\n Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with site teams\n\n * \n\n IT literate (Excel and procurement systems experience )\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n\n * \n\n Competitive salary, dependent on experience\n\n * \n\n Long-term opportunity with a stable and growing developer\n\n * \n\n Involvement in high-quality residential schemes\n\n * \n\n Supportive, professional working environment

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