Buyer - South East

Job title: ​Buyer Location: Office based in Byfleet with travel to sites in the division as required​About the roleWe’re looking for an experienced Buyer to work alongside our Commercial team in Byfleet to oversee our developments in our South East division. You will be responsible for the cost effective and timely purchasing of all materials that are required for our award winning developments.​Forming good working relationships is an essential part of this role, as you will be working closely with the Commercial and Construction departments as well as the Finance and Technical teams.​You will also develop working relationships with external stakeholders such as all material suppliers and external consultants.​Your duties will include:Measuring drawings, taking off quantities, preparing schedules, estimates and other working documentsProviding the material costs for the preparation of construction budgetsSourcing suitable suppliers and issuing tender enquiry documentsNegotiating proposed order values and new Regional Supply agreements​There’ll be considerable financial work in most aspects of the role, with sole responsibility for producing a monthly forecast report for the Board, as well as the usual budget preparation, scheduling and estimates.Office hours are full-time, Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm and Friday 9am to 5pm and you will be expected to make at least one visit to your sites per week.​About youYou’ll have a background in Construction, with previous experience as a Materials Buyer, preferably in residential development with experience in measuring drawings, preparing bills of quantities and using advanced procurement techniques.It goes without saying that you will be able to read and understand architect drawings, specification documents and standard detail drawings.It would be desirable if you had specific knowledge and experience of conventional 3-4 storey masonry construction, with an understanding of Contract law, together with a construction related qualification such as a HNC.It’s important that you’re a commercially astute negotiator, self motivated, able to work under pressure and have the ability to prioritise your workload.You must also have a valid UK driver’s license.​How you’ll be rewardedCompetitive salaryAnnual holiday entitlement - 24 days minimum + Bank HolidaysDay off on your birthdayCompany car or cash for car alternativeCompany pension contributionLife AssurancePrivate Medical InsuranceHealth screening every 3 yearsEmployee Assistance Programme​​About usWe are Churchill Living, the leading provider of housing that offers freedom, independence, and unrivalled living value for the over 60s, and we're looking for people like you!As a family-run, privately-owned business we have a strong culture built on trust and integrity. We're proud of what we do, and the people we work with, and we believe in giving something back to the communities where we operate. Our success is built on our fantastic team of more than 700 colleagues across the country, which is growing all the time.We pride ourselves on building beautiful, quality apartments in desirable locations across the country for those looking for greater freedom and independence. Our developments are designed to provide safety, support and a sense of community for our customers to enjoy, ensuring peace of mind for them and their families.We are proud to have been voted a Sunday Times Top 10 'Best Places to Work' based on our colleague feedback. Not only that, but we've won a host of industry awards including the prestigious Housebuilder of the Year at the What House? awards.If you would like to be part of an ambitious and successful business which values and appreciates its people. click apply today.​We understand the importance of protecting your personal data when you submit a job application. For more information on how we process your personal data please read our Privacy Policy.