Role:Purchasing Manager Salary:€60,000-€70,000 Duration:Full Time Location:Glasleck, Co.
Cavan Benefits:Yearly bonus Purchasing Manager Trusted over generations, a heritage built on trust and quality.
In its early days, suppliers from across the country would send their goods to be sold at local markets, with the company ensuring fair returns and reliable service.
Over time, this commitment to integrity and excellence became the cornerstone of its operations.
Today, the company works closely with carefully selected partners to maintain the highest standards, ensuring full traceability and compliance across its supply chain.
Every product is nurtured with care, supported by rigorous quality controls and sustainable practices that reflect the organisations dedication to delivering exceptional value.
As a Buyer, your responsibilities will include sourcing essential raw materials such as feed ingredients, packaging and equipment required for production.
You will negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and ensure reliable delivery schedules.
Managing inventory will be a key part of your role, guaranteeing smooth production without shortages.
You will monitor supplier performance to maintain quality, traceability and compliance with strict standards, while collaborating closely with internal teams across production, logistics and finance to align purchasing with operational needs.
Additionally, you will support sustainability objectives by selecting local and environmentally responsible suppliers, contributing to the companys long-term commitment to ethical and efficient supply chain practices.
Responsibilities Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives.
Monitor market trends and commodity movements to support data-driven decisions.
Deliver cost savings through structured tenders and negotiations.
Build and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality and sustainability.
Lead supplier onboarding and performance reviews in line with governance standards.
Oversee contracts and renewals with key stakeholders.
Plan and execute purchasing requirements in collaboration with internal teams.
Maintain accurate procurement data within ERP and BI systems.
Drive improvements in cost control, inventory management, and payment terms.
Partner with senior leadership to align procurement strategies.
Collaborate cross-functionally on sustainability and governance initiatives.
Requirements Experience in procurement, ideally within FMCG or logistics.
Proven track record in delivering cost savings, improving supplier performance and driving operational efficiency.
Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft suit.
Strong hands-on approach with a proactive mindset.
Solid understanding of procurement policies and compliance standards.
Skilled in creating and analysing detailed reports to support decision-making.
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