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  • Location: Wakefield
  • Salary: £25 - £35 per hour per hour
  • Job Type:Temporary

Posted 12 days ago

  • Sector: Housing
  • Contact: Chloe Whittall
  • Contact Email: chloe.whittall@linsco.com
  • Duration: 2-4 months
  • Start Date: 27/05/2025
  • Expiry Date: 18 June 2025
  • Job Ref: CWL/148_1747665662

🔎 Job Opportunity: Assistant Buyer / Buyer - New Build Housing (Freelance)
📍 Location: Wakefield Head Office
🏗️ Client: National House Builder
📅 Start Date: 27th May 2025
⏳ Duration: Freelance role, 2-4 months (potential for extension)
💰 Pay: Negotiable (dependent on experience)

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer / Buyer to join a leading national house builder on a freelance basis, working from their Wakefield head office. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in residential construction buying to support a busy commercial team.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Placing material and subcontract orders
  • Liaising with suppliers and site teams
  • Managing procurement schedules
  • Using the COINS system for order processing and tracking
  • Supporting the commercial team with general buying admin tasks

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a Buyer or Assistant Buyer role within new build housing
  • COINS software experience is essential
  • Good understanding of construction processes and terminology
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced office environment

This role is available for an immediate start (27th May). Please apply with your CV.

Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.