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Role: Senior Buyer (Quantity Surveyor) Opportunity
Location: Yorkshire
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Are you an experienced procurement professional ready to take your career to the next level? We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Buyer (Quantity Surveyor) to join a leading global, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape supply chain strategies and drive the success of high-impact projects in the construction and rail sectors.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Buyer (Quantity Surveyor), you will:

* Align regional demand with supply chain capacity and develop tailored strategies to support operational needs.

* Deliver competitive procurement solutions that enhance tender advantages.

* Provide expert procurement services for sub-contractors and materials across:

* Pre-construction: Supply chain selection and strategy development for bid leaders.

* Construction Stage:

* Drive procurement schedules and collaborate with project teams to develop work package documents.

* Execute work package procurement and produce sub-contract agreements.

* Manage sub-contract formalities and compliance.

* Manage and optimise supply chain performance, fostering efficiency and continuous improvement.

* Support regional and group-wide procurement goals, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation.

Experience & Skills

To excel in this role, you will bring:

* Construction Knowledge: A thorough understanding of work practices from pre-construction through project delivery.

* Safety and Sustainability Awareness: Strong knowledge of safety considerations and a commitment to sustainable procurement practices.

* Technical Proficiency:

* Good working knowledge of NEC contracts and Primavera P6 software.

* Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio, MS Project).

* Industry Connections: A solid network and relationships within the supply chain, particularly in the rail sector.

* Professional Development: Actively working towards CIPS certification.

* Time Management: Excellent organisational skills to manage competing priorities.

* Relevant Experience: A proven track record in procurement roles, demonstrating career growth and development.

Why Join Us?

* Exclusive Golden Handshake: Secure this role through Aurea Recruitment and receive a one-off bonus as a ‘thank you’ for making the move to join our team!

* Work in a forward-thinking organisation committed to safety, sustainability, and excellence.

* Collaborate with experienced professionals on high-profile projects in the rail and construction sectors.

* Be part of a team that values continuous improvement, innovation, and personal development.

* Enjoy a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that celebrates individual contributions.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise and ambition to this exciting role, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with Aurea Recruitment, where a golden handshake awaits upon securing the role