Job Description

FJA are recruiting on behalf of a leading service provider in the wastewater industry for an experienced Materials Buyer to strengthen their procurement team based in the Hattersley area of Greater Manchester, with hybrid working available. 
 
Benefits in the role of Materials Buyer:

• A competitive salary 
• Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent)
• Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent) 
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) 
• Contribution Pension scheme 
• Life Assurance 
• Health Insurance 
• Private Medical Insurance 
• And many more benefits including – cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc 

 
Materials Buyer role:

• The Materials and Services Buyer will be responsible for managing procurement activities across multiple regional projects
• This includes sourcing materials, negotiating contracts, placing orders, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services to support project delivery
• The role is key to driving cost efficiency, reducing risk, and supporting smooth operational performance

Materials Buyer responsibilities:

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to identify and understand procurement requirements
• Contribute to the creation of project-specific procurement strategies and plans aligned with business objectives
• Lead tendering activities, including the preparation of ITTs/RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier selection
• Monitor market trends and risks to support informed sourcing decisions
• Negotiate commercial terms, service levels (including KPIs), and contractual agreements with suppliers
• Act as the primary point of contact for resolving internal and external supply chain challenges
• Promote sustainable and ethical procurement aligned with business values and ESG commitments
• Maintain and enhance the P2P system to ensure accurate and up-to-date data
• Support both internal and external audit processes
• Produce regional reports on procurement performance and progress
• Represent the department and the organisation professionally in all dealings
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Share innovations and best practices to drive continuous improvement
• Undertake any additional duties, training, or hours as required, consistent with the responsibilities of the role
• Take responsibility for your own professional development by engaging in networking, training, and industry events to stay informed of current trends and innovations

Materials Buyer requirements:

• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across functions, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Customer-centric approach to procurement delivery
• Self-starter with the confidence to represent the Procurement function independently
• Commercially aware with a solid understanding of cost drivers and risk
• Skilled in networking and exerting positive business influence
• Committed to ethical procurement practices in line with the CIPS Ethical Policy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a proven track record of effective use
• Demonstrates and champions the company’s core values and behaviours

 
If you are looking for a fantastic Materials Buyer opportunity and want to work for a leading national contractor with opportunities to progress, then click on the ‘apply now’ button.
 
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.
 
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.