Helston: 01326 574444 | Exeter: 01392 715432 MENU Job description for Assistant Buyer Overview MJL Contractors are one of the largest groundwork’s contractors in the South West and employ around 300 operatives working on around 40 sites at any one time. We work for many of the large national & regional housing developers & specialize in the construction of large housing estates. The business prides itself on its proactive approach to providing a quality product, on time & to budget. Skills required Highly organised Ability to prioritise tasks & work calmly & rationally while under pressure in a fast-paced environment Good communication & negotiation skills Positive outlook Ability to work to deadlines Persuasive Attention to detail Comprehensive understanding of MS excel & outlook Team player Role The role of assistant buyer is to assist the buyer to procure all materials for the best possible price, in accordance with the contract specification & delivered to comply with the site programme Analyse current supply chain price agreements & site orders lists & obtain competitive prices where agreed prices are not available to enable orders to be placed Compare suppliers’ quotes & analyse prices against tender allowances Research product information & alternative products Liaise with MJL staff to order materials as requested via phone & email Liaise with suppliers & advise site staff of delivery dates for orders Update site orders where necessary to avoid invoice queries File & organise emails to ensure that historic information is available as required Maintain MJL stock list & aim to use materials on other sites where cost effective to do so Assist the accounts department to resolve & avoid invoice queries Hours of work Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm Please use our online form to apply MJL Contractors Ltd MJL Contractors Ltd was formed in 2001 by its’ current Managing Director, Matthew Lugg. It forms part of the MJL Group with associate Companies being MJL Plant Hire (Cornwall) Ltd and MJL Cornwall Ltd. Based in Helston, Cornwall, with an additional office in Exeter, Devon, MJL has continued to grow year upon year to become one of the most prestigious companies within our field. Enquiry Form 0 / 180 Send Message Helston Office MJL Contractors Ltd Unit 6, Hellys Court, Water-Ma-Trout Industrial Estate, Helston, Cornwall, TR13 0EW Phone: 01326 574444 - Fax: 01326 572200 Email:enquiries@mjl-ltd.com Exeter Office MJL Contractors Ltd Unit 8, Splatford Barton Business Park, Splatford Barton, Kennford, Exeter, EX6 7XY Phone: 01392 715432 Email:enquiries@mjl-ltd.com Site Design: Sharkfin Media - Web Design Cornwall Top