Buyer in Dalry

Job description

Do you want to work for a company that values its staff, commits to developing the communities it works in and has a sustained pipeline of work in the social and affordable housing industry in Scotland?

About the role

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Buyer will play a key role in sourcing, purchasing, and negotiating construction materials, equipment, and services to support our projects and ensure seamless operations. Obtaining optimal terms and conditions, including rebates, etc., will form a key part of this role. This role will be based at our Head office in Dalry, Ayrshire.

Key roles and responsibilities include;

• Identify, source, and procure construction materials, equipment, and services needed for ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favourable terms and agreements.
• Collaborate with site managers, surveyors and other stakeholders to develop cost-effective procurement strategies.
• Active participation in team meetings, end-of-contract reviews, supplier performance reviews, and site visits.
• Assisting in the process of timely and accurate scheduling of orders and materials per site requirements, procurement tracker/programme, enabling orders to be placed on time.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels for ongoing projects.
• Progressing invoice queries in a timely fashion in liaison with the accounts function and other disciplines as appropriate, ensuring trends are identified and corrective action taken.
• Ensure schedules, orders and material delivery are completed in line with the procurement tracker.
• Adhere to relevant procurement policies, guidelines, and legal requirements.

The Benefits

• Attractive Salary
• Company Pension
• Westfield health and benefits package
• Life Assurance
• 34 days' holiday, including public holidays
• Company Bonus Scheme

Your Skills and Experience

This role is ideally suited to a buying professional who has experience in commercially managing medium-sized projects or multiple smaller projects in their current role.

The ideal candidate will be/have;

• Degree qualified or equivalent, demonstrable and relevant buying and Procurement experience.
• Proficient IT user including standard packages such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, MS Teams, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and effective time management skills.
• Clear and effective communicator, in-person, via email and in meetings.
• Able to set clear objectives for themselves and others (in line with the needs of the role).
• Effective Budget management and negotiation skills.
• Hold a current and valid UK Driving licence.
• Experience using NAV (desirable).
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)(desirable).

About the Company

Since its foundation in 1946, McTaggart Construction has delivered significant impact through the delivery of social, affordable and private housing projects throughout West and Central Scotland. We are seeking to future-proof our business by retaining and onboarding key talent to ensure successful ongoing project delivery and excellent relationships with our suppliers, subcontractors and clients.

We proactively seek to engage with a diverse workforce and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities and beliefs.

How to Apply

Apply via LinkedIn or email your CV to our Recruitment & HR Advisor at recruitment@mctaggartgroup.co.uk or call us on 01294 832195 for a confidential conversation about this role.

At McTaggart Construction, we know that candidates may not meet every qualification or skill listed for a position. Nevertheless, if you believe you can bring value to the role despite having a different experience profile, we'd love to hear from you. McTaggart Construction is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity. We understand the importance of fostering a welcoming and respectful environment for all employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure all applications are treated fairly and equally, and we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments as needed.

Please note, we are seeking direct applications only at this time. No agency CVs will be accepted for this role. Should we require assistance in filling the position, we will reach out to our existing agency partners.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dalry

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

15-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English