Category Buyer - County Cavan
This role involves working within the ERP system, assessing material requirements and ensuring timely delivery to site for production.
You will work closely with suppliers and production teams to achieve this goal.
Key Responsibilities:
* Create purchase requisitions
* Request quotations from suppliers
* Issue purchase orders
* Evaluate suppliers' performance and negotiate delivery times as necessary
Exception/Shortage Reports:
* Weekly reports are generated to identify potential order rescheduling or cancellation based on production plans
* Request supplier drawings where applicable for submission to the supplier
Pursue Suppliers:
* Negotiate on-time delivery or early delivery if required
* Attend meetings with suppliers to review their performance
* Evaluate suppliers' weekly delivery performance
Transportation Management:
* Ensure all materials are collected or shipped on time
* Enter shipping confirmations upon receipt of order acknowledgment from suppliers
* Verify timely arrival of materials in conjunction with planning
* Organize shipments and collections from suppliers
Order Confirmation Creation:
* Collaborate with the planning department to schedule production orders efficiently
Requirements for This Role:
* A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a similar purchasing role
* Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook
* Desirable: Experience in a manufacturing environment
* Beneficial: Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems
* Excellent communication skills for effective liaison with production and suppliers