Senior Construction Buyer (Procurement) in City of London

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Job Description

Position Overview:

The Senior Construction Buyer is responsible for the strategic procurement of construction materials, equipment, and subcontracted services. This role ensures the timely, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing of materials while maintaining strong supplier relationships. With deep industry knowledge and extensive experience, the Senior Buyer leads procurement planning, risk management, and value engineering initiatives for medium to large-scale construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes for construction projects, from requisition to delivery.
• Develop procurement strategies aligned with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and capacity.
• Negotiate high-value contracts and long-term agreements with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Conduct market and supplier research to identify new sourcing opportunities and innovations.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, legal requirements, and industry regulations.
• Coordinate with project managers, estimators, engineers, and site teams to align procurement with construction schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
• Analyze procurement data and KPIs to drive efficiency and cost-saving measures.
• Lead and mentor junior buyers or procurement assistants.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. (Master’s degree .)
• Minimum 10 years + of experience in procurement within the construction industry (commercial, or residential).
• In-depth understanding of construction materials, subcontracting, equipment hire, and logistics.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor management skills.
• Proven track record of cost savings and procurement efficiencies.
• Proficient in procurement and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, COINS).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Previously worked with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing .

Certifications:

• CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply)
• PMP (Project Management Professional) – optional but beneficial
• LEED / Green Building experience – added advantage for sustainable procurement

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Commercial and contractual acumen
• Leadership and team collaboration
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Risk assessment and mitigation

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