Buyer

2 weeks ago


Cork, Cork, Ireland Michael Page International (Ireland) Limited Full time

About Our Client

The Buyer will support global and strategic procurement initiatives, implementing strategic sourcing initiatives at local and regional levels. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver on strategic sourcing requirements. The Buyer will be responsible for the analysis, identification, sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of materials to support site manufacturing operations and other aftermarket/product requirements. Key responsibilities include maintaining strong supplier relationships, driving competitive pricing, negotiating favorable terms, and processing purchase orders effectively.

Job Description

  1. Source raw materials aligned with site manufacturing requirements, collaborating with Operations and Engineering teams to understand needs and identify lead times.
  2. Action requests for quotation pricing for spares, identifying suitable suppliers and collaborating with Commercial teams on customer requirements and lead times.
  3. Support New Units pricing based on commercial requests for quotation and undertake purchase order placement.
  4. Negotiate supplier agreements ensuring favorable commercial terms and conditions.
  5. Manage new supplier qualifications and ensure onboarding aligns with required standards.
  6. Oversee supplier validation and reinstatement requirements.
  7. Handle negotiations regarding price increases from existing suppliers.
  8. Identify opportunities for and negotiate long-term supply agreements.
  9. Execute supplier rationalization and transitions to achieve agreed percentage reductions in the supplier base/cost to the business.
  10. Manage cost reduction projects on purchased items and implement supply chain lean initiatives.
  11. Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to enhance customer satisfaction and monitor performance against contractual commitments.
  12. Measure supplier performance against agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
  13. Support first article negotiations with suppliers and procurement of materials.
  14. Assist with capital expenditure projects pricing and placement of purchase orders.
  15. Negotiate with freight forwarders and establish long-term supply agreements.
  16. Prepare data for supply chain reporting requirements.
  17. Raise purchase orders to ensure accurate and timely procurement to meet customer demand.
  18. Approve purchase requisitions.
  19. Review and maintain custom codes for purchased materials, communicating updates to freight forwarders.
  20. Address payment requests and support yearly standard cost setting exercises.
  21. Perform additional duties as required.

The Successful Applicant

  1. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitasking to meet tight deadlines and adapting quickly to changing demands.
  2. Strong attention to detail and high accuracy levels.
  3. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  4. Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  5. Awareness of the impact of quality on customer deliverables.
  6. Business acumen with an understanding of the financial implications of decisions and negotiations.
  7. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging with individuals at various organizational levels.
  8. Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional matrix environment.
  9. Awareness of market trends for commodities.
  10. Understanding of health, safety, and environmental matters relevant to the supply chain.

What's on Offer

  1. Fantastic career growth
  2. Healthy and attractive base salary + bonus structure
  3. Flexible working model
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