Senior Buyer - Construction in City of London
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced, commercially astute Senior Buyer (Construction) to lead materials procurement across our expanding portfolio of residential construction projects. The ideal candidate will have developed their career within owner-managed, hands-on, cost-conscious housebuilders known for lean operations, swift decision-making, and strong commercial discipline.
You will be responsible for shaping our procurement strategy, strengthening our supply chain, and ensuring we consistently secure the best value without compromising on programme or quality.
Key Responsibilities
Own and drive the procurement strategy across multiple residential projects, ensuring best value and supply certainty
Act as a commercial gatekeeper, rigorously challenging costs, specifications, assumptions, and supplier proposals
Oversee the end-to-end procurement of all construction materials and project requirements
Build, expand, and leverage a high-performing supply chain to create competition, resilience, and long-term value
Negotiate confidently to secure competitive pricing, favourable terms, and long-term commercial benefit
Protect project margins and programmes through proactive market awareness and decisive purchasing
Produce and manage procurement schedules aligned with project programmes
Monitor market trends, material availability, and supplier performance
Work collaboratively with Commercial, Technical, and Site teams
Raise and manage purchase orders using Yardi (or similar procurement systems)
Maintain accurate procurement documentation and manage variations effectively
Experience & Skills
At least 10 years’ experience in construction procurement
Strong background within entrepreneurial, owner-managed builders or developers
Experience of working in lean, fast-moving environments where accountability is key
Proven track record of achieving cost savings and value improvements
Solid understanding of materials used in residential and mixed-use projects
Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship skills
Ability to widen the supply chain and drive competitive tension
About You
You are a proactive, confident Senior Buyer who delivers value, efficiency, and reliability. You take ownership of your work, make informed commercial decisions, and are comfortable challenging prices to protect project margins. You excel in environments where initiative, pace, and commercial awareness are essential.
If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact within a growing, forward-thinking developer, we would be pleased to hear from you.
If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.
- Location:
- City Of London
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Senior, Buyer, Construction