Purchasing Officer

About the Role

We are collaborating with a prominent industrial distributor in Galway to hire a Purchasing and Supply Chain Coordinator for their busy Purchasing team. This role presents a fantastic chance for professionals with a background in purchasing, procurement, logistics, or supply chain management to advance their careers in a growing company. The successful candidate will have a key role in supporting purchasing operations to ensure smooth order processing, efficient supplier management, and timely completion of purchasing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently processing and expediting purchase orders within set deadlines.
• Confirming orders and conveying relevant details to appropriate internal teams.
• Monitoring open and overdue purchase orders and following up accordingly.
• Assisting in managing and minimizing surplus inventory levels.
• Reviewing returns and handling damaged goods appropriately.
• Establishing and sustaining robust relationships with suppliers.
• Tracking and assessing supplier performance consistently.
• Completing all purchasing activities adhering to established timelines.
• Supporting the broader Purchasing team through various projects and initiatives as needed.
• Maintaining clear communication lines with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, logistics, or supply chain roles.
• A degree in Supply Chain or a closely related discipline is preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation capabilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems is highly advantageous.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• A proactive, adaptable mindset coupled with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong skills in building positive relationships with both suppliers and internal teams.