Purchasing Officer - Public sector Role: you will support administrative activities in Purchasing division, manage quotation/tendering processes, ensure policy compliance. Principal Duties & Responsibilities Purchasing Operations: Main contact for PO system, resolving issues with provider. Assist Requisitioners & Managers with Purchase Requisitions. Train new users on PO system. Engage with teams on POs, goods receipts, & invoice queries. Work with Accounts Payable to match invoices to POs. Ensure compliance with Purchasing Policy. Manage new supplier onboarding & maintenance. Administer tax clearance process. Quotation & Tendering: Assist Requisitioners with quotations. Manage mini competitions for Framework Agreements. Handle quotation process for under €50K. Provide purchasing policy guidance. Support Purchasing Manager with tender-related tasks. Assist in market research, tender development, evaluation, & reporting. Engage with stakeholders throughout tendering process. Reporting & Analysis: Conduct PO & expenditure analysis. Compile purchasing activity statistics for Board reports. Qualifications & Experience Required: 3+ years' experience in public sector/semi-state purchasing role. Strong data analysis & IT skills (Office 365, etc.). Excellent customer service, attention to detail, multitasking. Ability to work independently & in teams. Strong planning, organisation, and deadline management. High standard of professionalism. Desirable: Relevant 3rd level qualification (Purchasing, Business, Finance, etc.). Public procurement law training. Public sector experience. Knowledge of financial management systems (Sage, SAP, etc.). Rewards: competitive salary, pension, hybrid working and being part of a great team. Skills: negotiating buying purchasing