Founded in 1978, Clark Contracts Ltd is a privately owned main contractor with several operating divisions; Construction, Fit Out, Small Works, Retail, Housing, Maintenance and Manufactured Joinery.?We employ over 220 people with offices in the East and West of Scotland.
Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Buyer. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established procurement department where you will be able to progress in your career and assist in adding value across the business.
Role & Responsibilities
Working with the Estimating and Surveying Departments to advise on budgets and expenditure on contracts
Purchasing of site materials and the hiring of plant.
Arranging agency staff when required
Sourcing accommodation and arranging travel as and when required
Assisting to provide monthly reports against budgets on contracts ranging from £50K to £10m
Continually striving for opportunities to maximise margins and to improve the buying process
Raising Purchase Order numbers and resolving any invoice queries or disputes
Fully embrace the companys customers 1st campaign to continually improve the way we deal with our Customers
The Candidate
Must have strong negotiating and buying skills
Must have knowledge and relevant buying experience within the Construction Industry
Must be IT literate and competent in Microsoft packages.
Must be proactive and self-motivated
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must have excellent communication skills
Why work for us?
At Clark Contracts Ltd, we offer more than just a job. We are committed to investing in our employees and providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.
In addition to a competitive salary (negotiable based on experience), you will benefit from:
- 33 days annual leave entitlement (This is inclusive of 8 public holidays), with the option to purchase additional holidays.
Career progression opportunities
Ongoing training and development
Contributory personal pension scheme.
Access to the companys Employee Assistance Programme which includes support for both you and your family (conditions apply) as well as a team of Mental Health First Aiders.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Group Life Assurance.
Critical Illness Income Protection.
Company Sick Pay.
Enhanced Paternity and Maternity Pay.
Eyecare Vouchers
Employee volunteering scheme.
Additional holidays for long service.
This role would ideally be suited to an Assistant Buyer looking to further their career, or a Buyer in the earlier years of their career.
This is a full time, permanent position and will be based at our head office in Paisley.
Candidates who apply for this role will have their data stored for the purposes of the recruitment process. The storage of your data complies with The General Data Protection Regulation. Full details of what is stored and how can be found in our Recruitment Privacy Notice which is located on our website.
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