Buyer

Tara Developments Limited
Chasetown

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Job details

Fixed term contract

Benefits

Company pension

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Procurement
Product development
Driving
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

Buyer

Role profile

Location: Chasetown, Burntwood

Reports to: Managing Buyer

A talented assistant buyer/ buyer is required on a 912-month fixed term contract, to support our Buying Department deliver against both project & business specific procurement strategies in line with the business plan for continued growth at Keon Homes.

Key role responsibilities

Support a value added & cost-control culture throughout the Company

Adhere to robust processes and procedures in a consistent manner to ensure cost control via the supply chain

Support the procurement lifecycle of the business

Knowledge and input regarding product development and materials

Preparing and sending out enquiries for materials

Negotiation of terms with suppliers where required

Support the commercial team with preparing site budgets for appraisal sign offs

Carry out material take-offs for all essential packages for tendering & scheduling purposes

Preparing and issuing scheduled material orders for all packages across multiple sites

Manage general daily order requirements and handle resolution of monthly invoice queries

Regularly attend team meetings and site visits to ensure the production team have the procurement support required and support them in managing any discrepancies

Managing hired plant requirements, monitoring and reporting

Pre & In-contract checking of specification adherence

Consistently conduct pricing exercises and explore new opportunities

Review tender drawings and input to any amends required or raise any potential issues

What we expect from you

Demonstrate the company values & use them to guide behaviours

Construction experience required with take-offs and scheduling

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Commercially focused with a passion for identifying costs, risks & opportunities ability to trust & credibility with people & suppliers

Strong negotiation & communication skills

Cost awareness & ability to support the team in managing, reporting & providing commentary on budgets

Actively implement the commercial strategy, working closely with the buying team & commercial department to achieve business plan

Good understanding of procurement processes

COINS experience preferential

Full UK driving license

What we offer

Competitive Annual Salary

Car Allowance/ Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Company Bonus Scheme

BUPA Private Medical

Enhanced Company Pension Scheme

Professional development support

Inclusive, supportive culture with career growth opportunities

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