Purchasing Manager Location: Dual Sites - Lurganmore & Lough Egish Salary: €50,000 Contract: Permanent Reporting to: Head of Operations About the Role Our client is seeking a highly skilled Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement activities across two operational sites.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring continuity of supply, cost efficiency, and supplier performance within a high-volume production environment.
Position Overview You will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier partnerships to support ongoing operational requirements.
This is a strategic role focused on maximising value, ensuring on-time delivery, and maintaining quality standards across materials, services, and equipment.
Key Responsibilities Source and procure required materials, equipment, supplies, and services Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and contracts with suppliers Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and quality Monitor market trends and conduct cost and pricing analysis Oversee purchase orders, inventory levels, and stock movement Manage supplier performance and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards Resolve supply chain delays, discrepancies, and shortages Generate purchasing and cost analysis reports for senior management Support continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and systems Contribute to cost reduction, operational efficiencies, and vendor optimisation Candidate Profile Qualification in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Accounting, or a similar discipline Minimum 2 years' procurement or buying experience in a fast-paced environment Proven negotiation and commercial analysis capability Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise independently Understanding of purchasing systems, inventory control, and supplier audits Core Competencies Problem-solving and analytical thinking Commercial acumen and decision-making Relationship building across internal and external stakeholders Adaptability in a dynamic environment Accuracy, attention to detail, and deadline focus What This Role Offers Opportunity to influence and enhance procurement strategy Direct involvement in improving supplier performance, delivery reliability, and operational outputs Scope to lead cost-saving initiatives and drive continuous improvement Long-term professional development and internal growth opportunities Skills: purchasing management administrative