Flynn is a first‑generation construction company with operations across Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe. We specialize in Critical Environments such as Data Centres, Life Sciences, Aviation, High Value Manufacturing and Critical Logistics.
We are currently seeking an experienced and talented Senior Buyer to join our high performing Procurement team. If you would like to join a company that wins high‑profile projects with blue‑chip clients and enjoys working in a stimulating environment, then Flynn is the company for you.
Purpose of Role
To lead the co‑ordination and sourcing of plant and materials purchased directly by Flynn, ensuring best value, quality, and timely delivery for projects.
Role Responsibilities
Identify, evaluate and qualify suppliers.
Issue RFQ / Tenders for materials to supply chain.
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and relevant legal, safety and sustainability standards.
Collaborate closely with site management, commercial teams and other departments to understand procurement needs well in advance.
Take the lead role for larger material requests across Ireland and the UK – placing orders and monitoring delivery schedules to ensure no downtime occurs.
Be heavily focused on materials, their uses and offer alternatives to achieve savings.
Mentor procurement team members.
Assist project teams with submittal processes.
Deal with day‑to‑day queries regarding fleet, including updating the fleet register and issuing it to the finance department monthly to allow accurate costing.
Ensure the fleet asset register is always up to date with accurate mileage readings.
Invoice approvals – seek clarifications from supply chain/site management where needed and follow through to resolve, ensuring all suppliers are paid in line with agreements.
Ensure supplier accounts do not go on hold because of aging invoices.
Assist the Manager with preparing the monthly director report.
Issue monthly consumable costing to the finance department to allow correct job costings.
The Candidate
Excellent knowledge of construction materials and their uses.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a purchasing role with a main contractor or builder’s provider with exposure to building materials.
Knowledge of the construction industry required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent IT skills essential – Excel, MS Word.
Business or Construction qualification is preferred but not a requirement.
Previous experience with accounting systems and reporting.
Ability to be a team player and mentor others.
Career Path
Flynn implements a highly structured career progression programme through a continual professional development programme (PDP) and mentoring programme. As a Senior Buyer, the operational career path for highly performing individuals is to progress to Procurement Lead and then to Procurement Manager.
Remuneration
Flynn offers a competitive remuneration package to include basic salary, pension, life assurance, healthcare, and a car allowance.
Equal opportunities employer
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