Buyer and Company Asset Manager - #2184150

Cairn Cross is seeking an ambitious and proactive Buyer and Company Asset Manager to join our growing team. Working closely with our Commercial Team, you will play a key role in managing the company’s procurement activities, plant and asset management, stock control, and commercial requirements.

You will be responsible for ensuring materials, equipment, and company assets are efficiently sourced, managed, and maintained to support the successful delivery of projects across the UK.

At Cairn Cross, you’ll become part of a dedicated, supportive, and forward-thinking team where professional development is encouraged and valued. We are committed to investing in our people, providing opportunities to enhance your skills, broaden your industry knowledge, and build a rewarding long-term career within a successful and growing business.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact within the business while developing your expertise as part of an established and respected civil engineering contractor.

About Cairn Cross:

Cairn Cross is a multi-disciplinary design and build specialist, delivering rail depot infrastructure and bespoke engineering projects across the UK. As a principal contractor, we provide end-to-end civil engineering solutions for clients across a range of sectors, combining technical expertise with a practical, delivery-focused approach.

With more than 30 years of industry experience and a team of over 50 skilled professionals, we have successfully delivered major infrastructure projects nationwide. Our in-house capabilities enable us to manage every stage of a project efficiently, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance.

At Cairn Cross, safety is at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our commitment to complete client satisfaction, we operate with a clear set of core values: People, Planet and Performance. These principles guide our decisions, shape our culture, and ensure we deliver sustainable, innovative, and lasting results on every project.

Accountabilities:

• Direct and indirect procurement including materials, plant, labour, assets, contracts and service agreements
• Obtaining quotes at best value for the business
• Cost reporting
• Communication with commercial teams regarding forecasting and budgeting
• Placing orders
• Ratifying weekly goods received and plant returns
• Weekly procurement reviews
• Monthly and quarterly reporting
• Ownership of company assets (plant/tools and fleet)
• Manage the supply chain
• Identify new products and services
• Management of procurement schedules
• Tender, delivery and design team communication
• KPI Report and Data

The Person:

• Computer literate and proficient in the Microsoft Office suite
• Must be a hardworking individual who is willing to learn
• Must have effective written and verbal communication
• Must be able to focus on attention to detail
• Must be able to manage their time efficiently
• Experience in the construction industry
• Experience of plant and machinery management
• Experience in asset management
• Experience of vehicle delivery and buying management

The Specifics:

• Location: Morley, Leeds
• Hours: 08:00am – 17:00pm
• Contract: Full-time/Permanent
• Salary: Competitive based on experience

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Cairn Cross is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from everyone. We promote an open and transparent culture and a workplace where everyone feels included and is treated fairly and respectfully. If you need help with your application, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Benefits:

• 24 days annual leave and bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Health care insurance
• We provide flexible, agile working availability to roles where jobs permit
• Training, personal development and higher education support
• Enrolment in the company pension scheme
• Death in Service
• On-site Parking
• Company Events
• Canteen

Application:

Please send your CV with a Covering letter to Careers via [email protected]