The main function of this role is to support and assist the procurement team in the
selection, specifying and purchasing of quality goods and materials.
The post holder is a key member of the Commercial Team and will ensure that they
align their job role with departmental strategies and changing business dynamics or
goals of the Group.
In addition, to develop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to
solicit feedback that delivers continuous improvement throughout the business.
Responsibilities
: • Undertake buying of goods and materials according to the purchasing policy and
instructions as directed and given.
• Raise purchase orders and record material and plant orders using the purchasing
systems.
• Manage the relationship with suppliers to ensure Foreman Homes achieves
maximum benefit on cost and service from chosen and prospective suppliers.
• Attend supplier meetings as requested to assist in the negotiation of rates, costs,
agreements, quality of products and fix deals.
• Assist with the quantifying of materials from drawings and data provided.
• Have an understanding Maintain a register of plant, small tools hired in for each
project, to ensure hiring costs are minimised and kept within budget.
• Send out enquiries to suppliers via email and monitor returned quotations and
compiling comparisons for scrutiny.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key internal and external customers.
• Liaise with other departments to understand all necessary aspects and needs for
operational development.
• Report to the Senior Buyer timely and accurate reporting as requested by them,
either on a regular or ad hoc basis.
• Any other tasks deemed reasonable and relevant within the Commercial
Department.
Health and Safety:
All staff are expected to help maintain a healthy and safe working environment
by:
• Familiarising themselves with Foreman Homes Health and Safety Policy and
relevant safe working practices both in spirit and in practice.
• Attending Health and Safety training as required according to work carried out
and as advised by their manager; and
Not interfering with safety equipment and bringing hazards to the attention of
their manager or other competent person
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications and Skills:
• Good mathematical knowledge.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Confident telephone manner.
• Ability to problem solve and resolve complex issues effectively.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Be organised, able to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks.
• Be self-directed whilst also able to follow instructions.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft products including Windows and Office 365.
• Organisational skills.
• An understanding of construction, materials, plant and tools used.
Key competencies:
• Adaptability – Flexibility in adapting to changing situations or obstacles.
• Team working – Working effectively with colleagues, sharing information, new
knowledge, innovation, and ideas.
• Communication – Communicates effectively with others using techniques
appropriate to the situation. Considers the views of others.
• Service First Sets and delivers high standards for all service delivery