Buyer
CV-LibraryBirmingham, West MidlandspermanentPosted: 8 April 2026
Apply NowMy client are a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham, delivering high-quality infrastructure and groundworks projects across the Midlands. Due to continued expansion, we are looking to recruit an experienced Buyer to join our commercial/procurement team.
The Role
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing aggregates materials and plant to support multiple live projects, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
Procuring materials in line with project requirements and programmes
Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers
Negotiating prices, terms, and supply agreements
Managing purchase orders and ensuring accurate record keeping
Monitoring market trends and identifying cost-saving opportunities
Working closely with site teams, estimators, and commercial staff
Requirements
Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role within civil engineering or groundworks
Essential: Strong and recent experience purchasing aggregates and related materials
Good knowledge of the supply chain within the Midlands region
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Highly organised with good attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office (experience with procurement systems is an advantage)
What We Offer
Competitive salary (depending on experience)
Company pension scheme
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking contractorAbout Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
The Role
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing aggregates materials and plant to support multiple live projects, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
Procuring materials in line with project requirements and programmes
Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers
Negotiating prices, terms, and supply agreements
Managing purchase orders and ensuring accurate record keeping
Monitoring market trends and identifying cost-saving opportunities
Working closely with site teams, estimators, and commercial staff
Requirements
Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role within civil engineering or groundworks
Essential: Strong and recent experience purchasing aggregates and related materials
Good knowledge of the supply chain within the Midlands region
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Highly organised with good attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office (experience with procurement systems is an advantage)
What We Offer
Competitive salary (depending on experience)
Company pension scheme
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking contractorAbout Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies