Assistant Buyer

Division/Department:  Procurement
Reports to:  Head of Buying
Location:  Cookstown
Salary:  Negotiable Depending on Experience
Last Revision Date:  April 2026

Our Buying team provides group-wide procurement services to McAleer & Rushe Contracts UK Ltd and its wider group companies. Reporting directly to the Head of Buying, your primary responsibility will be to support the Senior Buying team in the day-to-day execution of their duties, with a particular focus on reporting and general procurement activities.

Main Responsibilities
• Responsible for the upkeep of the Approved Suppliers list
• Support the introduction of new material suppliers and components.
• Assist with annual enquires for Stationary, PPE, Site Consumables
• Manage all parcel movements to and from HQ
• Assist with all Sustainability & Environmental reporting in relation to Buyer purchases
• Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations for management
• Liaise with other departments and provide an effective procurement process
• Maintain accurate records of pricing, purchases and other important data
• Assist with the sending out of enquiries and preparing of purchase orders
• Any other duties as required by management.

Education/Experience
• Experience in purchasing within a Construction environment is preferred but not essential.
• IT literate with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to interact with all project personnel.
• Well organised with a methodical. energetic, proactive, and confident approach to work.
• Ability to work to deadlines individually and as part of a team.
• Flexibility with regards to site location within the UK & Ireland
• Candidates should have the appropriate work permit or the right to work in the UK.

To apply for this role, Please send your CV and/or Cover letter to recruitment@mcaleer-rushe.co.uk and refrence the job title in the email subject

McAleer & Rushe Contracts UK is an equal opportunities employer.