Senior Buyer
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £60,000 to £70,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Plus package |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 February 2026 |
| Location: | Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4SW |
| Company: | Fawkes & Reece |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SBGU_1770106848 |
Summary
Senior Buyer - Commercial Team (Guildford)
An established and highly respected residential developer in Guildford is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Buyer to join their commercial team.
This is a key role for a commercially astute buyer who can take ownership of procurement across multiple residential developments, working closely with Commercial, Construction and Technical teams to ensure best value, programme certainty and supply chain performance.
The Role
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Lead the procurement of materials and subcontract packages across residential schemes
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Negotiate pricing, terms and long-term agreements with key suppliers
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Manage and develop strong relationships within the supply chain
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Ensure procurement aligns with project programmes and commercial budgets
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Support junior buyers and contribute to continuous improvement within the commercial team
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Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to mitigate risk and maximise value
About You
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Proven experience in a Senior Buyer or Buyer role within residential construction
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Strong knowledge of subcontract and materials procurement
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Commercially minded with excellent negotiation skills
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Confident managing multiple projects simultaneously
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
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Proactive, organised and solutions-focused
What's On Offer
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A secure, long-term role with a well-established regional business
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Strong pipeline of local projects
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Supportive commercial team with clear progression opportunities
If you're an experienced Buyer ready to step into a senior role or an established Senior Buyer seeking a stable, high-quality regional business, this is a great opportunity to progress your career.