Buyer (Curo Enterprise)
£52,128 per annum + benefits | Bath | Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote
Full Time | 6-month fixed term contract | 37 hours per week
What’s the role?
The Buyer plays a key role in ensuring the cost-effective and responsible procurement of materials and plant. I will be responsible for sourcing quality products, negotiating competitive commercial terms, and ensuring timely delivery to support build programmes and operational needs.
What you'll be doing
Procure materials and plant in line with agreed purchasing deals, quality standards and build programmes.
Negotiate competitive prices, terms and rebate agreements with suppliers and manufacturers.
Identify, assess and pre-qualify suitable suppliers and specification-led subcontractors.
Prepare accurate take-offs, material schedules and purchase orders.
Issue price enquiries, collate and analyse quotations, and provide cost and value assessments.
Provide cost information and highlight risk and opportunity for budgetary purposes.
Monitor market conditions and make recommendations for specification changes that achieve savings without compromising quality.
Liaise closely with site teams to manage deliveries in line with the build programme.
Communicate material changes, major price movements and lead times to relevant departments.
Resolve supply and invoice queries efficiently.
Attend site meetings at key stages to review progress and agree any required actions.
Maintain strong commercial awareness and contribute to value engineering initiatives.
Demonstrate knowledge of housebuilding construction methods, material components, Building Regulations and Health & Safety requirements.
Take personal responsibility for my own health and safety and that of others by working at all times in accordance with Curo’s Health & Safety policies and procedures.
About you
Ideally hold a relevant qualification such as a CIPS, BTEC HNC/HND or Degree.
Evidence minimum 10yrs experience in a similar role, within materials procurement for housebuilding.
Demonstrate strong, current knowledge of construction products, specifications and pricing.
Demonstrate strong verbal, written, analytical and negotiation skills.
Be competent in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Have a solid understanding of COINS, Bluebeam, Project Vault or equivalent systems (desirable).
Evidence the ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings and build information.
Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Maintain strong commercial awareness with a focus on value and efficiency for the business.
Understand value engineering principles and apply them throughout the procurement process.
Evidence resilience and the ability to manage unplanned activities.
Be collaborative, personable and committed to continuous improvement.
Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
How you'll evidence your success
Ensure developments are procured to a high standard, achieving forecast margins and programme targets.
Meet the KPIs and objectives agreed for my role.
Demonstrate effective budget management throughout the year.
Provide tangible evidence of improvements and value delivered.
Demonstrate full compliance with legislative and company requirements.
Receive positive feedback from peers and management regarding my effectiveness and approach.
Actively participate in Curo company life and contribute to wider business objectives.
About Curo Enterprise
We’re the award-winning commercial housebuilding division of Curo, a profit-for-purpose housing association. All our profits go back into Homes for Good, social housing and affordable homes that help communities and people. We’re a small, experienced team delivering developments within an hour’s travel of Bath, with a culture built around the quality of what we deliver.
About Curo
We’re a leading South West housing association with social purpose at our heart. We provide affordable homes and create positive futures in our communities. We’re proud to be among the UK’s top 100 companies to work for, and the 5th best housing association nationwide.
We actively welcome applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBTQ+, from ethnic minority backgrounds, and from our Curo customers. We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone — if you need any adjustments to help you apply or interview, please contact our recruitment team at [email protected]
What you’ll get in return
Competetive salary
A bonus scheme
Support for your professional development
26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) rising to 29 days after 3 years
Your birthday off as an extra holiday
Up to 10% matched pension contribution, with 6x salary life assurance
Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days home or site)
An employee benefits platform including a Health Cash Plan, cycle to work, gym membership, holiday trading and retail discounts
