Senior Buyer - Subcontracts and MaterialsLocation: Preston (Office-based with project support) Sector: Civil Engineering / InfrastructureAbout the roleA leading UK civil engineering contractor, part of a large multidisciplinary construction group, is seeking a Senior Buyer to join its procurement team based in Preston.The business delivers complex infrastructure and civil engineering projects across sectors including rail, highways, airports, marine, energy, water and environmental infrastructure, working collaboratively across specialist business units to provide integrated engineering solutions.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced subcontract and materials buyer to play a key role in supporting live projects and tenders within a well-established procurement function.Key accountabilitiesDevelop tender lists and undertake due diligence of proposed subcontractors for approval by project and procurement management teamsDevelop project and tender procurement strategies in collaboration with project teams, identifying and managing risk and opportunity to secure best valueDevelop and manage procurement schedules aligned with tender and project programmesPrepare and issue subcontract and materials enquiries for tendering and live projectsManage the timely return of quotations and complete full commercial and best-value analysis, presenting recommendations for approvalLead commercial negotiations with subcontractors and suppliersArrange and chair mid-tender, ..... full job details .....