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Procurement Specialist - Organics

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  • Job type

    Permanent

  • Location

    Galway

  • Working Pattern

    Full-time

  • Specialism

    Procurement And Supply Chain

  • Industry

    Supply Chain & Logistics

  • Pay

    Salary + bonus

  • Closing date

    1 Oct 2024
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Procurement Specialist within organic wholesales

Your new company

Our client is a privately owned organic wholesale produce company, one of the largest produce wholesalers in Galway, and growing! The secret to their success in this industry is its PEOPLE. They strive to hire the best and reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth. With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, the supply chain, and their community, we are looking for like-minded individuals to help further their goal to enhance communities through quality produce.


Your new role

We are seeking an individual who possesses a genuine passion for sourcing the finest produce, cultivating mutually advantageous partnerships with growers, and actively contributing to the creation of value for both our customers and the organisation. This role secures the right product, at the right price, from the right source, at the right time to achieve the sales and financial goals of assigned categories and enables the Company to achieve its budget.
This includes product order accuracy, stock levels, and management of product line. Coordinating procurement & inventory activities with other buyers in other divisions to ensure a well-coordinated product line program offered to customers. The ideal candidate must be highly flexible and have an ability to work in a fast-paced, closely configured work environment. Reporting to the Company Director, this team member will collaborate with Finance, Logistics, Warehousing, Packaging and Suppliers to achieve budget.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Minimum of 5 years of perishable food procurement experience, with a proven track record in expediting and handling administrative tasks associated with fresh produce procurement.
  • Strong purchasing knowledge in the procurement of raw materials, ingredients and food packaging supplies.
  • Strong Maths & Writing skills are required to quickly multiply & add cases/pallets & calculate product cost, market, & margin.
  • Candidates should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills with computer competency, including Excel, Word, & Outlook.
  • Effective interpersonal skills to communicate with direct reports, vendors and peers.
  • In-depth knowledge of fresh produce commodities and related non-produce product lines.

What you'll get in return

This is a newly created role, where no 2 days are the same. You will be busy showcasing your flair for all things organic in a cost-effective, considered approach. On offer is a competitive salary that will be negotiated pending experience, bonus incentives, hybrid working and management opportunities and an opportunity to cultivate a role that is your own! Due to the nature of this position, it is expected that all interested candidates will be happy to work on site between 3 - 4 days per week, potentially full time at the start.

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 on your career.