Senior Buyer Construction

JWR Employment Specialists are delighted to be working with a large construction company Co. Mayo to recruit a Buyer.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring materials are on hand for all ongoing projects monitoring stock levels and obtaining and quality of materials.

This would be a great opportunity for the right candidate to build on their existing experience within a growing construction company. The company is currently working on large projects in a number of sectors including Data Centres Pharmaceuticals and Commercial.

The role will be based in the company s head office in Mayo.

Duties:

Source all materials needed for all ongoing projects in a timely and costeffective manor

Create procurement schedules with the project teams.

Maintain relationships with current suppliers to ensure requirements can be met

Identify new supplier sources where required

Negotiate prices with suppliers.

Coordinate the logistics of goods and services required for assigned projects.

Assist in the reallocation or disposal of excess materials.

Create internal reports.

Recommend improvements/upgrades to the procurement systems and methods.

Responsible for all reporting for the purchasing and procurement function

Keep track of deliveries and returns

Requirements

Qualifications Education & Experience

At least 5 years experience in a procurement role within the construction or manufacturing industry.

Strong negotiation skills

Knowledge of Sage an advantage but not essential

Attention to detail and excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Strong IT numerical and data analysis skills with a proficiency in Microsoft excel and a working knowledge of an inventory management system.

Willingness to travel to site where necessary.

Benefits

Benefits for Employees

Modern plush and unique new office build. With new Canteen & breakout areas.

Electric Car Charging Stations.

Fully stocked Staff Canteen.

Free Onsite Car Parking.

Employee Assistance program for all employees (24/7 Confidential Support) providing assistance with Mental Health/ Family Life/Budgeting/Legal Information. This program also gives access to a Health Portal providing Webinars/Nutritional Advice/ Fitness Advice & Health Checks

Competitive Salary for the best candidate depending on experience.

Yearly Team building events.

Meditation Garden with the use of Cardio Vascular equipment.

Continuous Professional Development.