Buyer A regional housebuilder have an opportunity for a Materials Buyer to join their commercial team for a 9 month fixed term contract (start July). The company have a healthy pipeline of work with plans to grow as a business over the next 5 years.Buyer roleReporting to the Procurement Manager you will deliver a commercial procurement strategy in line with the business plan and business direction and growth. You will support the commercial team, input and advice to deliver cost efficiencies and fulfil the procurement function ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to. Duties and responsibilities:Support value added and cost-control culture throughout the CompanyAdhere to robust processes and procedures in a consistent manner across all divisions that deliver a tight rein on cost control via the supply chainSupport the procurement lifecycle of the businessPreparing and sending out enquiries for materials and selected Sub-Contract servicesAssist with the sub-contractor tender process, analyse tenders, compare figures with budget estimatesLead negotiations of terms with suppliersSupport the commercial team with preparing site budgetsControl and produce a full material pre-start budget for sign offPreparing and issuing main scheduled material ordersManage general daily order requirements and handle resolution of monthly invoice queriesManage material take offs and scheduling of bulk materialsRegularly attend team meetings and site visits to ensure the production team have the procurement support required and support them in managing any discrepanciesManaging hired plant requirements, monitoring and reportingPolicing and enforcing specification adherenceConsistently conduct pricing exercises and explore new opportunitiesReview tender drawings and input to any amends required or raise any red flagsCreate, cultivate and develop a portfolio of suppliersSkills and experience:Previous housebuilding experienceAbility to work independently as well as part of a teamCommercially focused with a passion for identifying costs, risks and opportunitiesTakes accountability for decisions and evaluates opportunity to enhance company profitabilityPassion for our homes and productsProfessional and knowledgeable with the ability to build trust and credibility with people and suppliersStrong negotiation and communication skillsCost awareness and ability to support the team in managing, reporting and providing commentary on budgetsImplement the commercial strategy, working closely with the Directors to achieve business planGood understanding of procurement processesCOINS experience advantageousThe company are offering a competitive salary, dependant on level of experience, car allowance, salary sacrifice option, pension up to 7%, 25 days leave, company bonus scheme and additional company benefits.If you are interested in the role, and would like to apply, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece on 01204 554 884 or apply via the link.JBRP1_UKTJ