Senior Buyer

Senior BuyerHampshireUp to £48,000 + PackageAn established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join their team on a major long-term infrastructure project.This is a key role within a growing procurement function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of supplier performance, influence procurement strategy, and support the delivery of high-profile projects across the South.Senior Buyer - Salary & BenefitsSalary up to £48,000 (DOE)25 days holiday + Bank HolidaysPension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)Private healthcareCompany phoneAnnual discretionary bonusLong-term project pipeline & career progressionSenior Buyer - Job OverviewLead procurement of materials, plant, and subcontract services across live projects and tendersIdentify and develop new suppliers to ensure a competitive and resilient supply chainNegotiate commercial terms to achieve best value and mitigate riskSupport and mentor Buyers, contributing to the day-to-day running of the procurement teamExtract and manage procurement schedules from technical drawings and contract documentationWork closely with Contracts, Estimating, and Site Teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and servicesAttend contract handover meetings and support early-stage procurement strategyMonitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with QHSE and project requirementsProduce cost analysis, value engineering, and lifecycle cost reporting for senior stakeholdersSenior Buyer - RequirementsProven experience in a Buyer / Senior Buyer role within civil engineering or constructionStrong negotiation skills with the ability to manage supplier relationships effectivelyExperience procuring materials, plant, and subcontract services on infrastructure projectsCommercially astute with strong analytical and reporting capabilitiesExperience mentoring or supporting junior procurement staffGood understanding of QHSE standards and compliance requirementsFamiliarity with procurement systems (e.g. Procore, EVision or similar)CIPS membership (or working towards) - desirableFull UK driving licenceWhy Apply?Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure scheme with long-term securityJoin a well-established contractor with a strong reputation in the sectorPlay a key role in shaping procurement processes and supplier strategyClear progression within a growing businessBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.