Purchasing Administrator Role
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Purchasing Administrator to support our Buying Team at our Lombardstown HQ.
About the Role:
* Maintaining and reviewing supplier catalogues monthly
* Logging and processing price changes post-approval
* Handling product queries from management
* Supporting e-commerce updates for product descriptions and prices
* Monitoring stock levels and liaising with marketing on promotions
* Assisting in setting up and supporting promotional activities
* Developing supplier margin reports and benchmarking against competitors
* Adhering to purchasing procedures with professionalism and discretion
* Resolving supplier invoice queries
Candidate Requirements:
* Minimum 1 year experience in a fast-paced office environment
* Relevant purchasing or business administration qualification
* Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)
* Experience with business intelligence tools for data analysis
* Previous administrative experience; knowledge of agricultural/retail sectors is a plus
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Self-motivated with a positive, resilient attitude
* Excellent problem-solving skills and advanced IT skills
About Dairygold Co-Operative Society Ltd:
Dairygold Co-Operative Society Ltd is Ireland's largest farmer-owned co-operative, headquartered in Mitchelstown, Cork, with operations across Ireland, Europe, and globally. We process 1.48 billion litres of milk annually, with a turnover of €1.65 billion.
What We Offer:
* Participation in Our Strategy Our Future 2030 with infrastructure investments
* Career development opportunities, training, and a supportive community
* Competitive wages, annual bonus, and pension contributions
* Health contributions, employee assistance programs, and wellbeing initiatives
* Flexible hybrid working arrangements (post-probation)
* Paid family leave and a positive work culture with social activities
* Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with accommodations for disabilities