About the Company
Tadhg O'Connor Ltd is one of Limerick's largest retailers, offering a complete range of products from foundations to furnishings. Established in 1977, this family-run business now operates three stores in Co. Limerick, including builders providers in Rathkeale and Newcastle West, as well as a state-of-the-art 30,000 square foot Electrical and Furniture Showroom in Rathkeale. Employing almost 100 staff, the company has gone from strength to strength and is widely recognised as a great place to work.
Role Summary
Reporting to the Area Branch Manager, the Purchasing Manager will be responsible for the effective coordination and execution of day-to-day purchasing and stock management operations, in alignment with company objectives.
Main Responsibilities
* Manage the full Purchase Order (PO) lifecycle from creation to delivery.
* Monitor sales demand and utilise system-generated re-order reports to maintain optimal stock levels.
* Prepare short- and long-term forecasts to support purchasing optimisation.
* Collaborate with the Stock Controller and Sales Team to minimise aged stock.
* Serve as the primary contact for external suppliers and internal purchasing queries.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Develop supplier relationship management systems and evaluate supplier performance.
* Ensure stock levels are aligned with business requirements.
* Identify and lead continuous process improvement initiatives.
* Work closely with the Sales Team and suppliers to ensure a high standard of service to our customers.
Accountabilities
* Ensure stock holdings meet business demands.
* Provide administrative support to the Financial Controller and Area Branch Manager.
* Ensure all purchasing procedures align with best practices.
* Supervise, assign work to, and support the development of the Purchasing Administrator.
Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum 5 years' experience in Purchasing/Buying Management within a supply chain environment.
* In-depth knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures.
* Background in Procurement, Supply Chain Planning, or Logistics is an advantage.
* Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Experience with Inventory Software, ERP, and WMS systems.
* Proven ability to prepare and present management reports.
Person Profile
* Highly organised, energetic, and detail-oriented with the ability to anticipate and resolve issues proactively.
* Strong numerical and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal – with confidence in delivering presentations.
Salary & Benefits
* Competitive salary with performance-related bonus based on KPIs.
* Paid annual leave.
* Matched company pension scheme.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company events
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Rathkeale, CO. Limerick: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person