An exciting opportunity for an experienced Heavy Building Material Supervisorto join ourclient, a very well-established building providerbased on thesouthside of Cork City. This role is on a permanent contract and will require working every 2nd Saturday (8am-1pm). The Heavy Building Material Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the purchasing, stock management, and coordination of heavy building materials. This role also involves handling customer inquiries, managing sales representative relations, processing quotations and orders, and possibly managing a small ledger of accounts. The Supervisor will ensure smooth and efficient operations within the materials department, ensuring accurate stock levels, timely deliveries, and effective communication with both internal teams and customers. Role Responsibilities: Oversee the procurement and stock management of heavy building materials (HBM). Maintain optimal stock levels, monitoring usage and reordering materials as necessary. Liaise with suppliers and vendors to obtain competitive pricing, and ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods. Conduct regular inventory checks and manage stock discrepancies. Coordinate with the accounts team to ensure payment terms are met and invoices are processed correctly. Serve as the primary point of contact for customers via phone and email, addressing inquiries, complaints, and providing product information. Process customer orders, ensuring timely order fulfillment, and accurate documentation. Assist in the preparation of quotations and sales proposals for customers, working closely with sales reps to provide competitive pricing. Collaborate with sales representatives to discuss new orders, delivery schedules, and any special customer requirements. Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction and address any issues that arise post-sale. Role Requirements: Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within the heavy building materials or construction industry. Strong understanding of inventory management and stock control. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with customers, sales representatives, and internal teams. Minimum 3-5 years of experience working in the building materials or construction supply industry, ideally in a supervisory role. Experience handling quotations, orders, and customer communications is essential. For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Barry O'Brien. Skills: Construction Logistics Warehousing Supply Management Inventory Control