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Materials Buyer

salary
GBP
£
£
45000
-
45000
per
annum
+
plus fuel card
industry
Construction
role type
Permanent
location
Manchester, Greater Manchester
(
England
)
job posted
March 19, 2026
reference
MBa1903
Materials Buyer

Manchester - £45,000 + Fuel Card

About the Company
A well-established construction contractor with a strong reputation in the commercial interiors and fit-out sector. Operating across the UK, the business delivers high-quality projects including partitioning, suspended ceilings, and full interior packages. With decades of industry experience, they are known for their reliability, strong client relationships, and consistent project delivery.

The Role
Due to continued growth, the business is seeking an experienced Materials Buyer to join their team. This is a key role supporting project delivery through effective procurement of materials, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely supply across multiple sites.

As Materials Buyer, you will be responsible for:

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Procuring materials in line with project requirements and timelines
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Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers
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Negotiating prices, terms, and delivery schedules
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Managing purchase orders and ensuring accurate record-keeping
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Monitoring stock levels and coordinating deliveries to site
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Working closely with project managers and site teams to forecast material needs
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Identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
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Ensuring all procurement activities align with company procedures and budgets

The Ideal Candidate
The successful Materials Buyer will have:

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Previous experience in a buying role within construction, ideally interiors or drylining
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Strong knowledge of construction materials and supply chains
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Excellent negotiation and communication skills
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A proactive and organised approach to workload management
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects
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Good IT skills, including Excel and procurement systems
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A full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

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Competitive salary of £45,000
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Fuel card
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Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing contractor
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Supportive and collaborative team environment
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Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial projects across the UK
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Career progression within an established business

* Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.



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