Construction Buyer - equipment & tooling This company builds & manages complex engineering & construction projects for clients globally. In this role your responsibilities will be : -. To buy & hire equipment, materials & services for assigned construction projects. Be responsible for procurement to pay process from sourcing to assisting with invoice clearance for supplier sourcing & negotiations To secure the quality &timely delivery of goods and/or services required for assigned projects. Conduct bid analysis & processing of purchase orders Create Procurement Schedules with project teams & planning function. Liaise with suppliers & accounts payable team regarding invoice queries Prepare regular reports on purchasing activities Maintain Procurement Schedules with project teams & planning function. Build relationships with internal & external stakeholders such as sites & suppliers Negotiate vendor alliances & rebate agreements. Assist in the reallocation or disposal of excess materials. Conduct site visits to meet with project teams with some EU travel required. Essential : Experience in a similar role within an engineering or construction company buying plant equipment, tooling etc. Excellent negotiation & communication skills, both written & verbal. Work well as part of a team. Ideally a 3rd level qualification preferably in supply chain or other related discipline. Previous SAP experience. Knowledge of Tool & plant purchase for construction Core Competencies Business Acumen Follow-up Information Monitoring Maintaining performance under pressure Negotiation Organisational Awareness Planning & Organising Rewards: a competitive salary with full benefits package; all travel expenses will be covered. Skills: negotiating buying purchasing construction