Job Title:
Business:
Location:
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Company Buyer/Senior Buyer
TW Yorkshire
Wakefield
Commercial Manager/Director
Assistant Buyer, Commercial, Administrator, Material Controllers
All staff involved in site
External suppliers of
development.
materials, labour and
Central Procurement team.
services both regionally and
Other Senior Buyers in TWUK.
nationally.
Overall Purpose
To negotiate and procure materials and subcontractors to ensure that the business’ unit output
programme is carried out professionally and within budget. Ensure adequate resources are on site
to build the product in accordance with the planned programme. Monitor and evaluate supplier
performance and take any appropriate action where needed.
Management, motivation and training of staff involved in buying function.
Key Activities
1. Resource Management
 Liaise with the Land, Sales and Technical Departments with regard to standard specification
and options on a site-by-site basis, advise on cost and availability of materials and contractors
and produce specifications.
 Develop procurement strategy for approval by Commercial Director/Manager.
 Liaise with Production Management in respect of the programming and delivery of materials.
2. Scheduling and quantifying materials
 Prepare/procure material schedules from drawings and specifications and liaise with site
management on any later amendments and revisions.
 Negotiate and place orders for materials/suppliers on a competitive tender basis.
 Ensure all specifications and programmes are complied with and that quality is not
compromised.
 Monitor invoicing procedures and resolve any issues in conjunction with the Finance
Department.
 Work with all suppliers to negotiate best deals where appropriate and work with other
departments to improve cost effectiveness.
 Manage optional extras database.
3. Supplier and Subcontractor Management
 Evaluate supply markets and suppliers on a regional, national and international basis.
 Carry out H&S vetting of potential contractors to ensure they meet the company requirements
and maintain a database of appropriate H&S documentation.
 Acquire subcontractors site specific H&S documentation for approval by the production team
prior to commencement.
 Ensure suppliers and contractors sign up to our Framework Agreements and their terms are
fully met in respect of delivery, quality and price.
 Work with suppliers on an agenda of continuous improvement.
 Monitor material quality and the performance of suppliers and subcontractors in conjunction
with site based staff.
 Implement supplier performance measurement systems.
 Provide feedback to suppliers and subcontractors outlining where an unacceptable standard of
materials or performance has been identified.
 Implement all group deals and national agreements and process rebate claims.
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Commercial
Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best possible commercial outcome.
Negotiate contracts to minimise risks to the Business.
Constantly seek ways to take cost out of the Business.
Manage invoice and rebate procedures.
 Contribute to the budget process with up to date pricing and forecast information.
 Record price variations and monitor all cost movements in conjunction with Commercial
Manager/Commercial Director.
 Benchmark costs/products/processes both internally and externally.
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Human Resources
Keep up to date with Legislative changes and Best Practise Procurement.
To carry out periodic staff performance appraisals to all direct reports.
Train and Develop any Direct Reports.
6. General
 Maintain awareness of continuing product development in light of changes in legislation i.e.
building regulations etc..
 Attend pre start, specification and any other relevant meeting as required under the Company’s
Operating Framework & Commercial Manual.
 Undertake regular site visits to support the production team and monitor product quality.
 Any other duties as required by the Commercial Director.
Key Competences
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Commercial Awareness
Negotiation Skills
Attention to Detail
Business acumen
Planning
Communication Skills
Team Working
Leadership
Motivation
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Key Experience
Application of Best Practice Procurement Tools and Techniques.
Good knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety Requirements.
Wide experience in the procurement and purchase of materials and subcontractors.
Good knowledge of building products and techniques.
Working knowledge of contract law.
Competent in IT e.g. database systems, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
If you would like to be considered for this role then please send your CV to Richard Hulbert,
Commercial Director, Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire.
Email richard.hulbert@taylorwimpey.com
Closing date: 21 June 2015