Assistant Buyer

Purpose

To support the procurement and site teams by assisting in sourcing and purchasing bnuilding materials, products, plant and services.

Location

Primarily based in Farnham office with occasional visits to head office in London

Key Objectives

• Assist in Procurement: Support the Senior Buyer in sourcing and purchasing materials and services at competitive prices, ensuring timely delivery to meet project deadlines.
• Supplier Management: Maintain relationships with existing suppliers and assist in identifying new suppliers, ensuring they meet our quality and compliance standards.
• Order Processing: Prepare and issue purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Cost Management: Monitor and track costs against budgets, ensuring procurement activities align with financial objectives.
• Inventory Control: Assist in managing inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock levels are maintained for ongoing projects and anything placed in storage.
• Plant Management: Coordinate the scheduling of hired-in and owned plant equipment, monitoring cost effectiveness of plant hire and ensuring all bought plant is maintained and accurate records are kept.