Croudace Homes is a family-owned housebuilder with a proud heritage dating back to 1946. Operating across the Southeast of England from our regional offices in Caterham, Letchworth, and Theale, we're committed to building high-quality homes and careers. Our reputation is built on trust, attention to detail, and a passion for creating communities that stand the test of time.
At Croudace, we believe that a solid foundation starts with the right people. Fostering a culture of open communication, respect &continuous growth, we listen to our people, celebrate contributions at every level, and provide meaningful development opportunities. With a strong focus on well-being and work-life balance, we create an environment where our employees feel valued, motivated, and empowered to succeed-because when our people thrive, so does our business. We're proud of our low staff turnover and long employee tenures, which reflect the positive experience of working at Croudace.
We are currently looking for a Buyer to join our Commercial team in Theale.
What you'll be doing:
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for the effective control and timely procurement of materials to support all construction-related activities.
This will include:
securing best value
placing orders in line with the relevant build programme and specification
actively managing supplier relationships, and collaborate closely with Site, Technical and Commercial teams.
Skills & knowledge you'll bring:
Typically 3-5 years' relevant experience as a Buyer within residential housebuilding
Strong supplier relationship management
Excellent negotiation skills
Good understanding of materials, specifications and cost control
Ability to influence and build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation
Proficiency in COINS or a similar construction system
Able to use Microsoft Office packages, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Excellent IT and numerical skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
At Croudace Homes, we believe our people are our greatest asset-and we're committed to rewarding and supporting them. In return for your skills and dedication, you'll receive a competitive package that includes (role dependant):
26 days holiday, increasing with service, plus an additional day off to celebrate your birthday
Generous Pension Scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
Discretionary bonus to recognise your performance and contribution
Flexible working options, offering greater control over your hours and location
Wellbeing benefits: discounted gym membership, a *health cash plan (with cover for children), *private Bupa healthcare (based on role & service length), mental health support via our EAP programme including access to counselling, bi-annual health checks
Life assurance cover of up to 8x your annual salary
Up to three paid volunteer days each year to get involved in meaningful community projects
Training and development opportunities, including support for professional memberships and continued career progression
Enhanced Family Friendly leave options, recognising that starting or growing a family takes many forms
Vehicle allowance (role dependant) with free onsite parking and free electric car charging
Everything else: *retail discount platform, free fruit in the office, monthly Friday fun and cakes raising money for nominated charities, fund match for charity sponsorship, dress for your day where applicable, and modern offices that facilitate collaborative working
dependent on length of service
At Croudace, we don't just build homes-we build fulfilling careers. Whether you're starting out or bringing years of experience, you'll find a workplace that genuinely supports your development and celebrates your success. If you'd like to find out more about this role, please don't hesitate to get in touch at [email protected]
If you believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and make the next move in your career with Croudace Homes
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As a Buyer, you will be responsible for the effective control and timely procurement of materials to support all construction-related activities. They will secure best value, place Orders in line with the relevant build programme and specification, actively manage supplier relationships, and collaborate closely with Site, Technical and Commercial teams.
