Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

Hampshire

Up to £48,000 + Package

An established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join their team on a major long-term infrastructure project.

This is a key role within a growing procurement function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of supplier performance, influence procurement strategy, and support the delivery of high-profile projects across the South.

Senior Buyer – Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £48,000 (DOE)
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Private healthcare
• Company phone
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Long-term project pipeline & career progression

Senior Buyer – Job Overview

• Lead procurement of materials, plant, and subcontract services across live projects and tenders
• Identify and develop new suppliers to ensure a competitive and resilient supply chain
• Negotiate commercial terms to achieve best value and mitigate risk
• Support and mentor Buyers, contributing to the day-to-day running of the procurement team
• Extract and manage procurement schedules from technical drawings and contract documentation
• Work closely with Contracts, Estimating, and Site Teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services
• Attend contract handover meetings and support early-stage procurement strategy
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with QHSE and project requirements
• Produce cost analysis, value engineering, and lifecycle cost reporting for senior stakeholders

Senior Buyer – Requirements

• Proven experience in a Buyer / Senior Buyer role within civil engineering or construction
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively
• Experience procuring materials, plant, and subcontract services on infrastructure projects
• Commercially astute with strong analytical and reporting capabilities
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior procurement staff
• Good understanding of QHSE standards and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with procurement systems (e.g. Procore, EVision or similar)
• CIPS membership (or working towards) – desirable
• Full UK driving licence

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure scheme with long-term security
• Join a well-established contractor with a strong reputation in the sector
• Play a key role in shaping procurement processes and supplier strategy
• Clear progression within a growing business

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