Purchasing Assistant
1. Transport / Logistics / Drivers
2. Purchasing
3. Dublin
4. Permanent / Full Time
11/2/
5. Dublin 12
6. 32K (DOE)
Purchasing Assistant
Overview
Our client is one of Ireland's leading and most established wholesale and distribution businesses, with a strong reputation for reliability, service excellence, and operational efficiency. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are now seeking to strengthen their Procurement team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organisation that values teamwork, professionalism, and career progression. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their career in purchasing and supply chain within a fast-paced operational environment.
You will play a key role in ensuring stock availability, supporting supplier relationships, and maintaining accurate procurement records to support business growth.
Responsibilities
7. Assist in the creation and processing of purchase orders and requisitions
8. Ensure timely and accurate order processing
9. Liaise with suppliers and freight forwarders to schedule and track deliveries
10. Monitor supplier performance and resolve discrepancies
11. Track inventory levels and manage reorder points
12. Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement and inventory records
13. Coordinate with internal departments and satellite depots to ensure stock availability
14. Assist with cost analysis and cost-saving initiatives
15. Review supplier pricing and terms to ensure cost efficiency
16. Support documentation management for deliveries and invoices
17. Prepare procurement reports, supplier performance updates, and cost analysis insights
18. Provide relevant data to support informed decision-making
equirements
19. Third-level qualification in Business, Supply Chain, or related discipline
20. Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role desirable
21. Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and ERP systems
22. Excellent organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
23. Strong communication and negotiation skills
24. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
25. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset
26. Professional, ethical approach to purchasing practices
27. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organisation
28. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What's on Offer
29. 32K depending on experience
30. Company smartphone and laptop
31. Access to Employee Assistance Programme
32. Structured onboarding and training programme
33. Excellent career development and progression opportunities
34. Opportunity to join a stable, growing Irish business
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Celtic Careers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.