Our Client, based in North County Dublin, is looking for an experienced, proven Direct Materials Buyer to join their team. If you have 4 years within the Procurement function – read on – this could be the job for you. Call Cormac Spencer on 01 845 4651 for more info.
Salary: to €55k
Benefits: 25 days Holidays + Bank Holidays, Pension, Healthcare, Bonus, Flexible working arrangements, Canteen, Parking
Duties:
* Purchase all direct materials to support Production operations and spare parts service, in line with business requirements.
* Maximise the use of the Supplier scheduling, lean supply model to minimise inventory levels.
* Liaison with suppliers to ensure continuity of material supply in order to avoid production interruption, in accordance with purchasing and inventory policies.
* Provide timely updates to internal stakeholders of issues affecting supply and recovery plan details.
* Carry out structured problem-solving techniques (e.g. A3) to ensure root causes are addressed and corrective actions are effective.
* Monitor key metrics in the areas of supplier delivery, inventory, cost, quality and service which clearly demonstrate performance against targets.
* Drive supplier corrective actions where performance falls below agreed target levels.
* Ensure that all Supplier and Material master data is maintained and kept up to date to ensure the integrity of the Planning and Purchasing processes.
* Input into the site cross-functional process for the evaluation and selection of new suppliers.
* Design and implementation of cost reduction ideas, including support for part transfer (re-sourcing) projects.
Skills / Education:
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Engineering.
* Minimum of 4+ years’ experience (Direct Materials), preferably in an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.
* Experience of dealing with a broad range of international direct material supplier organisations across Asia, Europe and the USA is desirable.
* Must have a proven commercial mind-set and the ability to assess and manage through to fruition business agreements with suppliers.
If this Direct Material Buyer role sounds like YOU – Apply here. Call Cormac on 01 845 4651 for more info.
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