Buyer, Construction

We are working with a leading construction and fire-safety specialist who deliver nationwide Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) works, fire-stopping, and fire-door installation programmes. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Buyer to join their team in Oxford.

As Buyer, you will play a key role in ensuring all materials, fire-safety products are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with project requirements. You'll work closely with site teams, contract managers, and the commercial department to support a busy programme of FRA and fire-door projects across the UK.

• Procuring materials, consumables, plant hire and specialist fire-safety products
• Raising purchase orders and managing supplier delivery schedules
• Negotiating prices and maintaining strong supplier relationships
• Ensuring all products meet FRA, fire-door, and compliance standards
• Managing procurement documentation and keeping accurate records
• Supporting contract managers with sourcing new suppliers where required
• Monitoring stock levels and assisting with warehouse coordination
• Maintaining cost control and contributing to commercial reporting
• Working with the warehouse manager

• Experience as a Buyer within construction, maintenance, or fire-safety sectors
• Knowledge of FRA, fire-stopping, or fire-door materials (desirable, not essential)
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple orders and deadlines
• Good IT and procurement system experience
• Organised, proactive and commercially aware

• Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
• Opportunity to join a growing specialist contractor in the fire-safety sector
• Supportive team environment with long-term development opportunities
• Stable, full-time permanent role based in Oxford