Due to increased business demand, we are currently recruiting a Buyer/Planner with a long established multinational client in Shannon, Co. Clare. Position will be offered as full time permanent.
This role will be responsible for sourcing material required to support business needs. This would include the planning, scheduling, and purchasing of all materials, services, equipment etc.
Responsibilities:
• Sourcing, ordering & expediting all material requirements on the project ensuring they are delivered and available to Production as required to meet project milestones
• Accurate placement of orders for materials and services ensuring pricing, certification, shipping instructions & lead time information is correct.
• As department point of contact for customer representative on site the Buyer will ensure information related to supply of customer supplied material is accurate and updated on project reports.
• Updating of project reports on a daily basis to ensure all delivery dates, details on supply of alternate parts and relevant shipping information is accurate.
• Working with freight & logistics partners to ensure accurate delivery of orders and resolving any logistical issues that arise within the supply chain.
• Attending daily Departmental meetings providing up to date information on all supply chain related matters.
• Looking to constantly innovate & introduce new material options for Production while not compromising on quality for the customer.
• Continuous monitoring of inventory levels with emphasis on MOQ’s, MOV’s, life limited material & targeting zero material returns
• Weekly monitoring of MRP and processing of MRP PRs for material replenishment.
• Collecting quotes & negotiating T & Cs with Vendors.
• Monitoring & managing of quarantine parts.
• Must always adhere to company policies & procedures & be aware of the relevant sections of the Company procedure manuals.
• Creation of material master data.
• Any other duties and responsibilities identified by department manager as it relates to Materials.
Experience / Qualification Requirements:
• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a purchasing and supply chain role.
• Qualification in IIPMM / APICS Purchasing, Logistics and/or Supply Chain is desirable with previous experience as a Material Buyer an advantage.
• Strong IT Skills (Excel) with experience working ERP Systems.
• Have a consistent high level of commercial awareness.
• Demonstrates and is passionate about delivering solutions for our customers. Be aware of customer needs and makes decisions with customer in mind at all times.
• Have a strong work ethic, be reliable, focussed, self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail
• Good team player with strong interpersonal skills.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to nuala.mcmahon@eflexes.com or call 086 6033772 to discuss in confidence.
