Buyer - Cookstown

Outstanding opportunity for an individual to join a leading Equipment Manufacturing & Engineering company—one of the largest and most modern in Ireland. This role is perfect for someone looking to advance their career and broaden their expertise within a top-tier organization. The company values its employees highly, making it an ideal environment for professional growth.

Position: Buyer
Location: Cookstown
Type: Permanent
Salary: Fully negotiable, with exceptional benefits, perks, and career advancement opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the procurement of all components and consumables.
• Ensure components are purchased competitively and delivered on time, meeting expected lead times.
• Monitor key components and place orders for low stock items to avoid shortages, considering supplier lead times.
• Continuously track stock levels to maintain them within acceptable limits as defined in the system.
• Source components from various manufacturers as needed, including for new or changing requirements.
• Verify purchases against supplier price lists, ensuring discounts and quantity breaks are correctly applied.
• Forecast critical item needs, review usage monthly, and update forecasts accordingly.
• Negotiate improved pricing and services with suppliers, especially those with high usage.
• Coordinate with couriers and shippers for the collection and delivery of items, monitoring deliveries.
• Match proof of delivery (POD) to invoices, enter details into the system, and resolve any discrepancies.
• File supplementary declarations with TSS.
• Assist with shop counter tasks related to small sales and repairs when required.

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in a purchasing department.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal, written, telephone, and email communication skills.

For more information about this opportunity or other positions in Northern Ireland, please apply through the link below or contact Jack Groves at VANRATH for a confidential discussion.

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