Are you a detail-oriented professional with a capability for sourcing the best deals and managing supplier relationships? We are looking for a proactive and organised Buyer to support our procurement operations and ensure the seamless supply of goods and services. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong understanding of purchasing processes, we would love to hear from you.
The Buyer role will be based in Tricel Killarney. The position reports directly into the Head of Purchasing.
Responsibilities
* Develop a full understanding of the relationship between the 4 divisions of the Tricel Group: Water, Construction, Environmental and Distribution to maximise buying efficiency.
* Understand the purchasing strategy in Tricel.
* Source, select and approve new suppliers of raw materials, products, transport, and services that will enhance the performance of Tricel. Approvals to be conducted in compliance with accredited quality, legal, health and safety standards. Establish commercial agreements between company and suppliers.
* Ongoing review, evaluation and monitoring of existing supplier performance.
* Establish and drive lean and continuous improvement projects with suppliers and service providers to ensure reduction in costs and stabilization of the supply chain.
* Secure target cost down through effective negotiation, benchmarking, and cost improvement ideas.
* Reduce inventory levels, lead-times, review lot sizes and delivery frequencies from Local, European, and Worldwide suppliers.
* Regularly monitor and review ABC classification and product classification of inventory.
* Regularly monitor and cleanse the data on Tricel’s ERP system to ensure the data is accurate and up to date.
* Address quality issues and promptly resolve problems that arise with external and internal suppliers.
* Support introduction of new products (NPI) - liaise closely with Engineering, Quality, and production to launch new projects/products as per agreed milestones.
* Support warehouse activities – focus on space saving, smart deliveries (on time, correct paperwork, easy to handle, safety).
* Support Finance function – invoice payment/reports.
* Establish and maintain purchasing reports and KPI’s.
Candidate Profile
* Experience within a buyer role for a minimum of 3 years.
* Project Management Skills.
* Good knowledge of the specific raw materials – volumes, destination, purpose.
* Knowledge of the principles of modern supply chains (Post graduation diploma or cert).
* Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills.
* Good knowledge of excel.
* Ability to work in pressurised environment.
* Ability to react fast to changing circumstances.
* ERP experience.
* Good understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
* Previous experience of working to meet quality standards and legal compliance requirements.
What do we offer?
* Excellent development and growth opportunities.
* A supportive and collaborative culture.
* A fun and dynamic work environment.
* Team oriented atmosphere.
* Good work life balance.
* Opportunity to work across countries and cultures.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Tax-free vouchers to the value of €1,500.
* Sports and Social club.
* Health and Wellbeing initiatives.
* Enhanced Maternity leave.
About Tricel
Tricel, a family-run business, was founded in 1973 by Anne Stack and Con Stack. This year marks the company’s 50th year in business. The company began by producing products from glass-reinforced plastics (GRP). It expanded its exports and established manufacturing facilities throughout the UK and Europe by implementing a comprehensive growth strategy in the 1990s and 2000s. The Stack family leads Tricel, which provides market-leading solutions in over 50 countries. Among the markets served by the company are storage tanks, pumps, sewage treatment tanks, construction products, and lubricant distribution. With its headquarters in Killarney, the Tricel Group consists of 17 companies across Europe, including seven manufacturing facilities. The company employs more than 600 people at these locations. The company has grown domestically and internationally by manufacturing locally, exporting, partnering with local distributors, and acquiring companies that enhance its product capabilities and geographical reach. In the next five years, the company’s roadmap for growth will continue to be based on three main pillars: Customer Excellence, Innovation & Sustainability.
Tricel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Wholesale Building Materials
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