My client, a leading FMCG Manufacturer based in Kildare, is in need of a Junior Buyer to join their busy and growing site.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join a leading Organization which has gone from strength to strength in recent years.
The duties for the Junior Buyer include but are not limited to:
- Source materials and packaging required by the business from approved suppliers
- Support the sourcing of new raw materials within agreed timelines for project success.
- Intervene as required in areas of risk management prevention to ensure that disruption to supply is minimised
- In conjunction with functional team members, introduce new sources and/or rationalise to develop and drive a cost reduction programme across all suppliers without impact on quality of materials currently been purchased
- Support in building and maintaining strong relationships with all current and new suppliers
- In conjunction with SCM, manage, monitor and measure supplier lead times and performance, taking corrective action where necessary. Build and maintain strong relationships with all key suppliers and new suppliers
- With the Procurement team, review forecasts and contracts and, in accordance with delegation of authority and governance, secure additional raw materials as required
- Adherence to ALL company policies and agreed KPIs as set out
The requirements for the desired Junior Buyer include:
- Previous experience in a Procurement role
- Previous experience in an FMCG environment an advantage but not essential
- Third level degree in business or similar relevant discipline is desirable
- Previous sourcing and supplier management experience essential
- Excellent negotiation, organisational, and time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise and make sound business decisions
- Customer service focus, with a strong sense of urgency and responsiveness
- Proficient with computer software programs- ERP systems, Excel Word etc.
- Hardworking and reliable
If you feel that you fulfil the above qualifications please apply today with your CV. If you have any further queries please contact Rachael Pando of FRS Recruitment today
