Purchasing Officer (Temp to Perm)

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  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Cavan
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Procurement And Supply Chain
  • Industry

    Supply Chain & Logistics
  • Pay

    Hourly rate + bonus

Temporary Purchasing Officer (Temp to Perm)

Your new company

Our client is a family‑owned construction company based in Cavan, currently experiencing a very busy period due to a strong pipeline of live projects. As a result, we are looking to recruit a Temporary Purchasing Officer to support their team, with the opportunity for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

Your new role

This is a hands‑on role within a fast‑paced environment and would suit someone with previous purchasing or construction administration experience who enjoys working as part of a close-knit team.

Key Responsibilities (to be discussed in detail) The successful candidate will ideally have experience or familiarity in the following areas:
  • Purchase Order (PO) systems
  • QuickBooks (or similar accounting systems)
  • Managing plant, tools and equipment purchasing
  • Bill of Quantities (BOQ) packages
  • Supplier invoicing and docket control
  • Processing requisitions
  • Liaising with suppliers and managing relationships
  • Quotation comparison and cost control
  • Waste management of construction materials

What you'll need to succeed

  • Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement or construction admin role
  • Familiarity with construction processes, materials and suppliers
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills
  • Comfortable working in a busy, reactive environment
  • Good attention to detail and cost awareness
  • Reliable, flexible and team‑focused

What you'll get in return

  • Temp‑to‑perm opportunity
  • Supportive, family‑run working environment
  • Exposure to active construction projects
  • Competitive rate, depending on experience
  • Opportunity for long-term career development

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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