Purchasing Manager

1 week ago

Cork, Ireland International Trading Solutions Full time

Overview Purchasing Manager role at International Trading Solutions (Irish International Trading Corporation Cork) located in Cork City. The role focuses on overseeing all commercial aspects within the Plumbing Category portfolio.
Responsibilities Support the head-of-department by assisting in the development and implementation of Procurement Strategy, aligned to the overall Category Strategy
Monitor market dynamics, industry developments, competitive landscape, emerging technologies, to identify opportunities, inform procurement decisions, mitigate risks
Manage product ranges within the portfolio, ensuring a competitive and innovative assortment
Manage internal procurement processes (sales history, forecasting demand, purchase requisitions, stock purchase orders, stock transfers) and supply-chain considerations (capacity, constraints, lead times, delivery schedules) to ensure material requirements are met on time and in full
Optimise inventory levels to minimise stockouts and excess inventory
Negotiate terms and conditions, price, RFPs/RFQs, bid evaluations, and delivery charges to ensure optimal product cost
Leverage market insight and sales team feedback to implement price management strategies that maximise profitability and competitiveness and optimise margins
Utilise data-driven insights to track portfolio performance against targets (sales, cost, margin, service, stock) and drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with suppliers to drive availability, innovation, lowest cost, and continuous improvement
Collaborate with suppliers to deliver customer-centric initiatives and drive profitable growth
Collaborate cross-functionally to understand requirements of the procurement function and drive portfolio success
Carry out purchasing administration duties (requisitions, stock orders, stock transfers, invoice matching, bid evaluations, credit notes, other)
Qualifications & Skills Bachelors degree in business, Economics, or related field
Strong commercial acumen with proven experience (3+ years), preferably within wholesale or retail industries and Irish market
Strong procurement experience (including negotiation) with proven ability to optimise cost while maintaining supplier relationships
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and market trends into actionable insights
Strong communication, engagement and presentation skills; ability to engage stakeholders and influence outcomes
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel) and experience with purchasing platforms and ERP systems
Potential to develop strategic capabilities in the medium term
What We Offer Competitive salary package
Permanent role
Medical expenses reimbursement
Digital wellbeing platform
Pension contributions
Opportunities for career growth and development
Further education support
On-site parking
Our company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, socio-economic or parental status. We base all employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.

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