Job Description

Location: Swindon

Hours: Full-time, Permanent

Reports To: Senior Buyer


Salary 30,000 + Benefits


Build your future with us at Tithegrove.



At Tithegrove, we've been delivering groundworks and civil engineering services for over 40 years. We're proud of our reputation for doing things the right way - with quality, safety, and people at the heart of everything we do.



Job Summary



We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Buying Department Coordinator to support the procurement function. This role is vital in ensuring materials, plant, and waste services are ordered efficiently and delivered on time to support ongoing site operations. The successful candidate will work closely with the procurement team, site managers, suppliers, and accounts to maintain smooth procurement processes across multiple live projects.



Key Responsibilities



Provide day-to-day administrative support to the procurement team, including raising purchase orders, managing delivery schedules, and maintaining supplier records Liaise with site teams to gather material and plant requirements and coordinate timely orders to avoid delays to site operations Communicate directly with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm lead times, and track deliveries Maintain and update procurement trackers, order logs, and delivery schedules for ongoing projects Support with sourcing and onboarding new suppliers and subcontractors as required Ensure procurement documentation is accurately recorded and filed Assist with resolving delivery issues and invoice queries in coordination with site teams and finance Monitor stock levels of frequently used materials and assist with stock control processes Ensure compliance with internal procurement procedures and assist with audits and reporting requirements


Key Skills & Qualifications



Previous experience in a procurement, buying, or administrative role within the construction or civil engineering sector is desirable Good understanding of construction materials, plant, and groundworks processes is an advantage Excellent organisational and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail Strong communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with site teams and suppliers Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with procurement or construction management software is beneficial Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities across multiple sites and deadlines A proactive and collaborative approach to supporting team objectives


Career Development



This role offers exposure to a wide range of procurement activities in a fast-paced construction environment. It provides an excellent foundation for progression into Assistant Buyer or Buyer roles.



Interested?

Please send your CV to recruitment@tithegrove.co.uk