U Value Insulation is an established international company, with over 40 years' experience offering the building industry vast product choice combined with in-depth technical expertise. Distributing an extensive product catalogue for application across the full range of floor, wall and roof requirements, ensuring a one stop shop for all our client needs. We stock the very best brands & highest quality product ranges at competitive prices across thermal, acoustic and fire protection insulation products guaranteeing the widest choice and best value.
Location: Ballycoolin, Dublin 15 (moving to Dunshaughlin in early 2026)
This role will report to the Purchasing Manager.
The Purchasing Assistant role will provide crucial support to our busy purchasing team. The day-to-day responsibilities typically include the following;
· Processing Purchase Orders (POs): Creating, sending, and tracking POs in the system.
· Supplier Communication: Contacting vendors to check stock, get quotes, confirm order details, and track deliveries.
· Data Entry & Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels in databases or spreadsheets.
· Po management: Verifying that supplier invoices match the corresponding POs and delivery receipts before passing them to accounts payable.
· Inventory Support: Assisting with stock checks, monitoring inventory levels, and identifying when items need to be reordered.
· Sourcing Support: Researching and identifying potential new suppliers for goods and services
· Answering Phones & Emails: Acting as a point of contact for the purchasing department.
· Filing & Documentation: Managing both digital and physical filing systems for POs, contracts, and supplier information.
Requirements
· Proficiency in MS Office Suite: Excel is critical. You'll need to be comfortable with spreadsheets for tracking, basic formulas (SUM, VLOOKUP), and data analysis.
· Data Entry Skills: High accuracy and speed.
· Basic Accounting Knowledge: Understanding the procurement-to-pay process (PO -> Receipt -> Invoice -> Payment).
Strong Communication: You'll be constantly interacting with suppliers and internal colleagues.
· Juggling multiple orders and deadlines is standard
Attention to detail
· Resolving issues like late deliveries, incorrect shipments, or price discrepancies.
· Collaborating closely with the entire procurement and operations team.
*Candidates must be eligible to work in Ireland and be already living in Ireland*
Benefits
* Company pension
* Gym membership
* Monthly company lunch
* Bike to work scheme
* On-site parking
* Employee assistance program
* Early finish on Fridays