The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in ****.
We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland.
We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people.
We wish to hire a Purchasing Co Ordinator for furniture and accessories.
In this role you will join the Purchasing team and will be based in our head office in Briarhill Galway.
Key Responsibilities: Stock Replenishment Purchase Order Processing Monitor inventory levels and proactively initiate re-order or replenishment processes.
Optimise container space by placing orders in line with demand forecasts, and supplier MOQ requirements.
Balance flexibility, costefficiency, and space constraints to ensure containers are used effectively and stock levels remain aligned with operational needs.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including, warehousing, inventory management, and finance, to support purchasing activities.
Accurately input data and regularly update records across purchasing and inventory systems Supplier Management: Act as a primary point of contact for suppliers, addressing queries, resolving issues, and maintaining positive relationships.
Liaise with suppliers to track order status, resolve delivery discrepancies, and ensure on-time delivery of goods.
Evaluate supplier performance to ensure consistent quality, reliability, and service standards.
Resolve supplier issues and discrepancies in a timely manner to keep operations running smoothly.
Follow established purchasing processes and ensure adherence to all regulatory and compliance requirements.
Data Analysis Reporting Review purchasing sales data to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for improved decisionmaking.
Use insights to suggest improvements in processes and efficiency.
Prepare clear reports on purchasing activity, costs and performance metrics Maintain accurate and transparent records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance within purchasing systems.
Skills and Experience Qualification in purchasing or a related field (preferred).
At least 3 years experience in a purchasing position.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with purchasing and inventory management software Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Strong analytical skills - Problem-solving, Critical Thinking, Communication.
Strong numerical skills with the ability to work accurately with figures, pricing, and data Ability to prioritise tasks, work efficiently under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
There are many great reasons to join our team, here are a few!
Consistently over 4/5 on Glassdoor, please take a few moments to read our reviews.
Our Growth culture.
Fun, fast paced high energy work environment Culture of developing and promoting from within the company Our Generous staff discounts Our pension scheme Our Bonus Scheme Our Educational Support Scheme Our Discounted corporate rate health care Our free Employee Assistance Programme Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme Career Development Opportunities Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources Up to 23 days holidays a year.
Our Travel saver tax saving travel initiative.
Enjoyable challenging work where your ideas and suggestions are listened to.
Our annual Christmas party, Our social events, Our sponsorship of community and charitable causes.
Our employee discount card offering discounts on goods and services throughout the island of Ireland.
Lots of Change but really good change!