Job Purpose
To direct and control the central purchasing function to ensure that goods and supplies are purchased at the most competitive prices and are of the required quality.

Main responsibilities
1. Direct and control purchasing staff to ensure that they are well
motivated and trained and that they carry out their responsibilities to the required standards.
2. Monitor purchase orders to ensure that these are modified to meet changes in requirements.
3. Maintain up-to-date lists of contractors and pricing arrangements to ensure that the company achieves the most favourable commercial terms.
4. Monitor the performance of suppliers and products to ensure that they meet the required standards.
5. Maintain an awareness of quantities of stocks of materials and equipment to ensure that shortages are avoided.
6. Monitor the purchasing arrangements of different departments and functions to ensure that they are taking advantage of the most favourable terms.
7. Report any significant supply problems to ensure that departments and functions are kept aware of any potential difficulties.

. A University Degree in Management, Business, Economics or Equivalent
. An appropriate purchasing qualification;
. At least 5 years experience in the purchasing function;
. Thorough knowledge of building material products;
. Excellent negotiating skills.