**Category Buyer Role Summary**
In this dynamic manufacturing environment, the Category Buyer will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth flow of materials for production. The successful candidate will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to meet operational demands.
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional to take ownership of a key material category and contribute to the company's success.
Key Responsibilities
* Create purchase requisitions, requests for quotations (RFQs), and purchase orders within the ERP system.
* Evaluate and ensure timely deliveries from suppliers to support production schedules.
* Collaborate with suppliers to resolve delivery delays and participate in performance meetings to assess their reliability.
* Manage technical drawings and review exception/shortage reports to adjust order schedules according to production needs.
* Provide accurate order confirmations to planning teams for efficient production scheduling.
* Organize and coordinate shipments and collections from suppliers to guarantee on-time material arrival.
* Enter shipping confirmations upon receipt of supplier order acknowledgments.
Requirements
* A minimum of 2-3 years' experience in a purchasing or procurement role.
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Desirable experience in a manufacturing environment.
* Beneficial knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.
This is a full-time, permanent role located onsite in Cavan, offering an exciting opportunity for a skilled Category Buyer to join the team.