Assistant Buyer

Join a global construction business operating at the forefront of the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology sectors.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Buyer / Graduate Buyer to join the growing EMEA Procurement Team, working closely with the Head of Procurement / UK & EMEA Procurement Lead.

Ideally based within a commutable distance of the Birmingham head office, this is an excellent opportunity for an early-career procurement professional to build their experience with a highly respected international business operating in a fast-growing and technically demanding sector.

The Opportunity

• Capital equipment - process, mechanical, electrical, automation, instrumentation etc.
• Construction trade packages
• Professional services
• Supplier and subcontractor procurement
• Commercial evaluation and negotiations

You'll work as part of a collaborative, experienced procurement team, gaining exposure to complex projects and developing the skills needed to progress your procurement career.

Key Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities from project initiation through to contract award and delivery
• Act as a company representative and key interface with client procurement teams on assigned projects
• Support the development and implementation of Project Procurement Execution Plans
• Research, identify and qualify new contractors and suppliers
• Evaluate and monitor existing suppliers
• Manage and develop supplier relationships
• Review and commercially evaluate supplier and subcontractor proposals
• Support tendering, negotiation and contract award processes
• Maintain procurement records and ensure project requirements are met
• Work closely with project, commercial and engineering teams to ensure procurement strategies align with project objectives

About You

• 1-3 years' experience in a project procurement / buying role within construction
• An Honours Degree in a relevant subject
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, organised and collaborative approach
• The ambition to build a long-term career within procurement

MCIPS qualified or currently working towards MCIPS would be highly desirable.

What's on Offer?

• £35,000-£45,000 basic salary + package, depending on experience
• Opportunity to join a global construction business
• Exposure to major Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology projects
• Excellent opportunity for career progression
• Work alongside an experienced EMEA procurement team
• International project exposure
• Full 360 procurement lifecycle experience

This is a particularly strong opportunity for an Assistant Buyer or Graduate Buyer looking to take the next step in their career and gain genuine exposure to complex, high-value projects within one of construction's most buoyant sectors.