In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire, at our Wakefield office. As our Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to our projects. Your focus is to minimise the costs of a project and enhance margin and value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. This will also include procurement, subcontract management inclusive of administration of the contract, monthly payments, and final account settlement. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC in Surveying or Construction or equivalent Experience of working within the Construction industry for a residential housing developer Excellent IT, analytical and communication skills Strong mathematical ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINs user experience Enthusiasm Flexibility Able to work within a busy team and under pressure Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable HND or higher qualification Professional membership of MCIOB or RICS preferable or working towards such qualification National House builder experience Different methods of construction i.e. Timber Frame More about the Quantity Surveyor role Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser's extras Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client's agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs) Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties Liaise with the Customer Service department on post-completion defects, providing cost advice where necessary Attend site meetings, project team meetings, subcontractor meetings and surveying meetings as required Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. JBRP1_UKTJ
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire, at our Wakefield office. As our Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to our projects. Your focus is to minimise the costs of a project and enhance margin and value for money, whilst still achieving the required standards and quality. This will also include procurement, subcontract management inclusive of administration of the contract, monthly payments, and final account settlement. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC in Surveying or Construction or equivalent Experience of working within the Construction industry for a residential housing developer Excellent IT, analytical and communication skills Strong mathematical ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good business sense Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills COINs user experience Enthusiasm Flexibility Able to work within a busy team and under pressure Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail A methodical approach Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable HND or higher qualification Professional membership of MCIOB or RICS preferable or working towards such qualification National House builder experience Different methods of construction i.e. Timber Frame More about the Quantity Surveyor role Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser's extras Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client's agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs) Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties Liaise with the Customer Service department on post-completion defects, providing cost advice where necessary Attend site meetings, project team meetings, subcontractor meetings and surveying meetings as required Any other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager to support the wider teams Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. JBRP1_UKTJ
Purchaser Bishop's Stortford 30,000 - 40,000 Monday - Thursday 08:30 - 17:00 & Friday 08:30 - 15:30 Are you looking for you next purchasing role? Would you want to work for a specialist, well respected and forward thinking market leader in their sector? With over 100 years of industry expertise and continued year-on-year growth, this established and respected organisation is seeking a Purchaser to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to for someone who will proactively identify challenges and find new solutions when purchasing with new and existing suppliers. The successful candidate will be responsible for continually improving the purchasing methods. In this role you will monitor and update the approved supplier list. For more information, please click apply and contact Alice Holwell - Reference 4949 , or call (phone number removed) . The Role: Responsible for purchasing of all materials Workflow through ERP systems The Candidate: Purchasing or Buyer experience Experience of either ERP, AS 9100 or QPulse Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, Manufacturing, Tech, Energy and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Purchaser, Purchasing, Buyer, Supply Chain, Procurement, QPulse, ERP, AS9100, Aerospace, AS 9100, Purchasing, Administrator, Bishops Stortford, Stanstead, Hertfordshire, Essex
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Purchaser Bishop's Stortford 30,000 - 40,000 Monday - Thursday 08:30 - 17:00 & Friday 08:30 - 15:30 Are you looking for you next purchasing role? Would you want to work for a specialist, well respected and forward thinking market leader in their sector? With over 100 years of industry expertise and continued year-on-year growth, this established and respected organisation is seeking a Purchaser to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to for someone who will proactively identify challenges and find new solutions when purchasing with new and existing suppliers. The successful candidate will be responsible for continually improving the purchasing methods. In this role you will monitor and update the approved supplier list. For more information, please click apply and contact Alice Holwell - Reference 4949 , or call (phone number removed) . The Role: Responsible for purchasing of all materials Workflow through ERP systems The Candidate: Purchasing or Buyer experience Experience of either ERP, AS 9100 or QPulse Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, Manufacturing, Tech, Energy and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Purchaser, Purchasing, Buyer, Supply Chain, Procurement, QPulse, ERP, AS9100, Aerospace, AS 9100, Purchasing, Administrator, Bishops Stortford, Stanstead, Hertfordshire, Essex
Senior Purchaser / Senior Buyer - Packaging or Manufacturing Location: Derby Salary: Dependent on Experience About the business: A leading print and packaging company that manufactures flexibles and sustainable solutions. Overview: Responsible for purchasing goods and services to support the business to operate effectively. Focus on securing the best possible prices and quality to achieve efficiency and profitability. Duties: Liaise with internal departments to understand their specific requirements for goods and services. Follow the approval process for purchases, ensuring that all purchase orders are raised and sent to suppliers in a timely manner in accordance with company policies and procedures. Monitor stock levels, forecasting demand, prevent both shortages and overstocking. Keep track of order status and delivery dates, working closely with the goods in department to agree intake dates and volumes. Respond to all internal and supplier queries regarding purchased goods and services. Reconciliation of goods received notes, identify any supplier non-conformance that must be communicated to the quality and accounts departments. Maintain an organised workflow, records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information. Prepare reports for management on spend, savings and supplier performance. Build and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers to facilitate smooth operations, resolve issues, and influence future opportunities. Assist with month and year end stock take count and reconciliation. Respond to all enquires and tasks in a timely professional manner. Additional administrative and general office duties as requested. To always ensure compliance with BRC and all company policies and procedures. To always ensure compliance with FSC requirements all times. Experience: Must have previous experience in a purchasing role Ideally be from a similar packaging industry but not essential Must be from a Manufacturing background Good communication, written and verbal. Analytical ability Attention to detail Prioritisation TO APPLY please email your full CV details and portfolio to us and we will be in touch. All applications are strictly confidential and your details will not be shared with any organisation without your express permission and consent.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Senior Purchaser / Senior Buyer - Packaging or Manufacturing Location: Derby Salary: Dependent on Experience About the business: A leading print and packaging company that manufactures flexibles and sustainable solutions. Overview: Responsible for purchasing goods and services to support the business to operate effectively. Focus on securing the best possible prices and quality to achieve efficiency and profitability. Duties: Liaise with internal departments to understand their specific requirements for goods and services. Follow the approval process for purchases, ensuring that all purchase orders are raised and sent to suppliers in a timely manner in accordance with company policies and procedures. Monitor stock levels, forecasting demand, prevent both shortages and overstocking. Keep track of order status and delivery dates, working closely with the goods in department to agree intake dates and volumes. Respond to all internal and supplier queries regarding purchased goods and services. Reconciliation of goods received notes, identify any supplier non-conformance that must be communicated to the quality and accounts departments. Maintain an organised workflow, records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information. Prepare reports for management on spend, savings and supplier performance. Build and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers to facilitate smooth operations, resolve issues, and influence future opportunities. Assist with month and year end stock take count and reconciliation. Respond to all enquires and tasks in a timely professional manner. Additional administrative and general office duties as requested. To always ensure compliance with BRC and all company policies and procedures. To always ensure compliance with FSC requirements all times. Experience: Must have previous experience in a purchasing role Ideally be from a similar packaging industry but not essential Must be from a Manufacturing background Good communication, written and verbal. Analytical ability Attention to detail Prioritisation TO APPLY please email your full CV details and portfolio to us and we will be in touch. All applications are strictly confidential and your details will not be shared with any organisation without your express permission and consent.
Are you a Buyer from the manufacturing / engineering world , who would like to work for a business that prides itself on the low turnover of its staff and the high level of quality service it provides to its clients who work on exciting projects around both in the UK and around the world? Our client, a well established, industry leading manufacturer of bespoke, high end hardware products have an exciting Buyer opportunity on a contract basis within their operations and purchasing team, where you'll be responsible for playing a crucial role in ensuring the "on time in full every time" business target is met by managing key purchasing / buying activities. As a Buyer, you will be the first point of contact for your colleagues in Production and Sales for escalated queries or needs in this highly collaborative and fast paced working environment where your organisational skills will be key due to the administrative aspects of the role and to ensure client needs are met. As a Buyer , your role will involve: Placing and chasing orders with suppliers for manufactured parts Chasing and expediting purchase orders with suppliers Acting as the point of contact for Production and Sales on order status and queries Managing supplier performance and improvement - e.g. OTIF and PPM Supporting order confirmations, supplier tenders and RFQs Creating reports and maintaining the integrity of data on the ERP system (e.g. supplier information, pricing, products, MOQ, MSL) I am interested in speaking with candidates who have experience working as a Buyer, Purchaser, Procurement Specialist, Procurement Officer, or Purchasing / Buying professional ideally from a manufacturing / engineering industry background , and who possesses solid administration and IT skills - in particular ERP system experience. Salary for this position is 33,000 to 35,000 p.a. (depending on the level of experience). Please note: This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract position. The business offers free parking on-site. If you are taking public transport, there are lots of bus stops very close by that provide access to train stations as well. Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
Feb 20, 2026
Contractor
Are you a Buyer from the manufacturing / engineering world , who would like to work for a business that prides itself on the low turnover of its staff and the high level of quality service it provides to its clients who work on exciting projects around both in the UK and around the world? Our client, a well established, industry leading manufacturer of bespoke, high end hardware products have an exciting Buyer opportunity on a contract basis within their operations and purchasing team, where you'll be responsible for playing a crucial role in ensuring the "on time in full every time" business target is met by managing key purchasing / buying activities. As a Buyer, you will be the first point of contact for your colleagues in Production and Sales for escalated queries or needs in this highly collaborative and fast paced working environment where your organisational skills will be key due to the administrative aspects of the role and to ensure client needs are met. As a Buyer , your role will involve: Placing and chasing orders with suppliers for manufactured parts Chasing and expediting purchase orders with suppliers Acting as the point of contact for Production and Sales on order status and queries Managing supplier performance and improvement - e.g. OTIF and PPM Supporting order confirmations, supplier tenders and RFQs Creating reports and maintaining the integrity of data on the ERP system (e.g. supplier information, pricing, products, MOQ, MSL) I am interested in speaking with candidates who have experience working as a Buyer, Purchaser, Procurement Specialist, Procurement Officer, or Purchasing / Buying professional ideally from a manufacturing / engineering industry background , and who possesses solid administration and IT skills - in particular ERP system experience. Salary for this position is 33,000 to 35,000 p.a. (depending on the level of experience). Please note: This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract position. The business offers free parking on-site. If you are taking public transport, there are lots of bus stops very close by that provide access to train stations as well. Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
