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Role

• Oversee the entire purchasing process
• Negotiate with suppliers in order to secure the best price and payment terms based on bulk buying practices
• Develop a purchasing strategy that supports all areas of the business
• Develop relationships with suppliers
• Manage delivery of goods and ensure quality
• Manage and monitor stock levels with the Stores Manager, to ensure a minimum quantity is available at all times.
• Collaborate with the Sales team and Production Manager to ensure the availability of all items required.
• Analyse market trends in regard to product substitution, availability and pricing
• Provide regular reporting to senior management on procurement KPIs

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in purchasing/procurement within a manufacturing, construction/engineering related business
• Good communication & negotiation skills
• Good commercial awareness and data analysis skills
• Ability to work in collaboration with sales & production teams
• Ability to deliver results under occasional tight deadlines and delivery schedules
• Experience & knowledge of procurement operating systems
• A degree or certificate in purchasing would be an advantage.

What you'll get in return

This is a newly created role, with a chance to lead and develop the procurement area for a leading engineering company. You will be part of a family-run business, with projects running throughout the year. On offer is a competitive annual salary paying up to €68,000 + pension contribution. This is a full-time role based at their offices in Kells.

What you need to do now

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