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1-3years
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1 Vacancy
Job Description
ID Recruitment are delighted to be working with a large mechanical and electrical engineering company in Mayo to recruit a Buyer. The role which will report to the Operations Manager will oversee and manage the procurement process for the company working closely with a team of Quantity Surveyors and Estimators.
Main Duties and Responsibilities include;
- Oversee and manage the procurement process for all company projects from tender budgeting to final site delivery.
- Maintain and optimize the supply chain between the suppliers and Project Managers.
- Negotiate prices and establish long-term relationships with material suppliers.
- Work alongside Contract/Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to negotiate pricing and contract conditions with subcontractors (as required per project).
- Ensure efficient administration of purchasing processes enforcing compliance with purchase order procedures and accurate goods-receipting.
- Maintain and control all tools within the company.
- Monitor and track actual costs against budgeted costs ensuring cost control and efficiency.
- Prepare and submit weekly purchasing reports to Contracts Managers and Project Managers.
- Conduct stock analysis and implement effective inventory control measures.
- Ensure accurate three-way matching of purchase orders goods received notes (GRN) and invoices.
- Work closely with the accounts department on creditors and cash flow management.
- Collaborate with the QS team to align on financial forecasts costs and cash flow.
- Manage and oversee monthly stock take reports.
- Ensure compliance with all Revenue regulations related to imports and exports.
- Negotiate freight rates with logistics couriers and freight forwarders across Ireland Europe and globally.
- Work closely with key suppliers to secure the best pricing and improved credit terms based on forecasting and demand.
- Oversee a Supplier Performance Metric providing feedback to suppliers to drive continuous improvement.
- Working with the QA teams on all quality issues relating to suppliers making sure that actions are taken and implemented to resolve all issues
- Comply with Group QEHS Management System requirements i.e. perform your work according to your process documents and procedures and maintain document information/complete forms/records as required
- Understand and apply with our QEHS policies statement in all aspects of your work.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years experience in Supply Chain/Purchasing.
- Qualification required in Purchasing/Supply Chain i.e. IIPMM APICS or CMI or a 3rd level Business Qualification.
- Strong analytical and numeracy skills; ability to carry out margin and financial analysis.
- IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Detail-oriented highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communications negotiation and supplier management skills.
Proven experience managing procurement functions, with a minimum of 3 years experience in Supply Chain/Purchasing. Qualification required in Purchasing/Supply Chain, i.e. IIPMM, APICS or CMI or a 3rd level Business Qualification. Strong analytical and numeracy skills; ability to carry out margin and financial analysis. IT literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Detail-oriented, highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communications, negotiation, and supplier management skills.
Education
Relevant qualification in Architectural Technology, Building Information Modelling (BIM), Design, or a related field
Employment Type
Full Time
