Construction Buyer – Procurement Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Construction Buyer to lead procurement activities across a range of goods, works and services. You will work closely with internal teams, suppliers and contractors to deliver value for money and ensure compliance throughout the buying process.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end procurement exercises, including market testing, RFIs, RFQs, ITTs and mini‑competitions.
• Provide procurement guidance, develop specifications with operations, evaluate supplier responses and support contract awards.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct contract performance reviews.
• Identify savings opportunities and efficiency improvements across construction materials, warehouse services and waste management.
• Maintain work‑plans, project trackers and savings reports; assist with benchmarking, market analysis and value engineering.
• Support supplier onboarding and ensure robust compliance and governance.

Required profile

• Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Economics or related field.
• CIPS membership or progress towards a professional procurement qualification.
• Significant procurement experience, preferably in construction or housebuilding.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Liverpool, St Helens and Warrington.

Required skills

• Strong IT literacy, especially Microsoft Office applications.

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £42,000 per year.
• Company vehicle with fuel card.
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Pension scheme, health and wellbeing services, enhanced parental pay.