Buyer - Materials & Plant

Position: Buyer - Materials & Plant Hire
Materials & Plant Hire Buyer

Leicester | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Package

We are working on behalf of a well-established construction contractor based in Leicester who is looking to appoint an experienced Materials & Plant Hire Buyer to join their commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven buyer with strong supplier relationships and a background in construction procurement to play a key role in supporting project delivery across the Midlands.

The Role:

You will be responsible for the procurement of materials and plant hire across multiple projects, ensuring best value, reliability, and programme support. Duties will include:

* Managing supplier relationships and negotiating competitive rates

* Procuring materials and plant hire in line with project requirements

* Carrying out drawing take-offs where required

* Supporting commercial and operational teams with procurement strategy

* Monitoring market trends and supply chain performance

* Ensuring compliance with company and project procurement procedures

About You:

* Proven experience as a Materials Buyer / Plant Hire Buyer within construction

* Strong supplier network across the Midlands

* Confident completing drawing take-offs

* Commercially astute with excellent negotiation skills

* Proactive, reliable, and able to work to tight deadlines

Package:

* Salary in the region of £40,000+, depending on experience

* Attractive benefits package

* Long-term permanent opportunity with a stable contractor

This role offers excellent long-term career prospects within a business with a strong pipeline of work