Our client is looking for an experienced buyer to join their organization. This role will report directly to the managing director.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management

• Lead and coordinate the entire procurement process from tender stage through to site delivery.
• Strengthen and streamline the supply chain by effectively liaising between suppliers and Project Managers.
• Negotiate competitive pricing and establish long-term partnerships with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Contract/Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to negotiate subcontractor pricing and terms when required.
• Oversee the purchasing process to ensure compliance with internal procedures and accurate goods-receipt recording.
• Manage the company’s tools inventory and ensure proper control.

Financial Oversight & Reporting

• Track procurement spending against budgeted costs to maintain cost-efficiency.
• Generate and distribute weekly purchasing reports to Contracts and Project Managers.
• Conduct stock assessments and enforce robust inventory management practices.
• Ensure accuracy in matching purchase orders, goods received notes (GRNs), and invoices.
• Work closely with the accounts team to manage creditor balances and cash flow.
• Align with the QS team on financial planning and forecasting.
• Lead the monthly stocktake and reporting process.

Compliance & Supplier Management

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with Revenue requirements related to imports/exports.
• Negotiate shipping rates with domestic and international logistics providers.
• Collaborate with key suppliers to secure favorable pricing and credit terms based on demand forecasts.
• Support the Estimating team with market pricing insights and competitive quoting.
• Maintain and monitor a Supplier Performance Metric to encourage continuous improvement.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Partner with the QA team to address and resolve supplier quality issues.
• Adhere to the Group’s QEHS Management System, including compliance with documented procedures and proper record-keeping.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management.
• Strong analytical and financial skills, including margin analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and supplier relationship management abilities.

KSGalway

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