My client, a leading Industrial Supplies Distributor based on the outskirts of Cork City, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to join their team.
Working within the senior management team and overseeing a team of Buyers, you will be responsible for overseeing the category Procurement budget, implementing and streamlining processes, sourcing new suppliers and any other duties as required for the department. This is a fantastic opportunity for in Purchasing Manager to grow on their career in a thriving organization.
This would suit a candidate who has a background in Construction, Industrial Manufacturing or Plumbing and has a proven track record of success in Procurement.
The responsibilities for the Purchasing Manager include but are not limited to:
- Support the head-of-department by assisting in the development and implementation of Procurement Strategy, aligned to the overall Category Strategy
- Monitor market dynamics, industry developments, competitive landscape, emerging technologies, to identify opportunities, inform procurement decisions, mitigate risks.
- Manage product ranges within the portfolio, a competitive & innovative assortment.
- Manage internal procurement processes (sales history, forecasting demand, purchase requisitions, stock purchase orders, stock transfers) as well as supply-chain considerations (capacity, constraints, lead times, delivery schedules) - to ensure material requirements are met ‘on time & in full’.
- Optimise inventory levels to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
- Negotiate terms & conditions, price, request for proposals (RFP’s), request for quotation (RFQ’s), bid evaluations, delivery charge - to ensure optimal product cost.
- Leverage market insight, understand competitiveness (price index), take on board sales team feedback, implement price management strategies to maximise profitability and competitiveness & optimise margin.
- Utilise data-driven insights to track portfolio performance against target (sales, cost, margin, service, stock) and drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with suppliers, build relationships. Drive availability, innovation, lowest cost & drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with suppliers, build relationships to deliver customer-centric initiatives and drive profitable growth.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to understand requirements of the procurement function & drive portfolio success.
The qualifications for the desired Purchasing Manager include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business or related field
- Strong commercial acumen, with proven experience at Senior Purchasing Management level (+3 years),
- preferably within wholesale or retail industries, preferably in the Irish market.
- Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and market trends, translate into insight to facilitate informed commercial decisions.
- Strong communication, engagement & presentation skills. Ability to engage stakeholders & influence positive outcomes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, and experience with purchasing platforms and ERP systems.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong leadership skills with proven people management experience.
- Work as part of team to enhance production performance and minimise risks.
- Attention to detail in completing tasks in a proficient and timely manner.
- Hardworking and reliable
If you feel that you fulfil the above requirements please apply today with your CV. If you have any further queries please contact Rachael Pando of FRS Recruitment
