Assistant Buyer

About the Role

A notable food distribution company is searching for a commercially adept Assistant Buyer to become a part of their expanding commercial team based in West Dublin. This role offers a significant opportunity to advance one's career within a fast-moving FMCG industry, aiding product management, supplier relationship maintenance, and commercial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish, keep current, and revise product codes within internal platforms.
• Oversee product pricing and execute price modifications in alignment with established margin objectives.
• Address product and pricing inquiries from customers, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Relay pricing updates, product alterations, and commercial details to sales teams and customers.
• Ensure accuracy of product data on customer ordering systems and internal resources.
• Develop and sustain strong collaborations with existing suppliers and pinpoint new sourcing possibilities.
• Assist in supplier contract negotiations to secure competitive prices and favorable commercial conditions.
• Recognize market gaps, category advances, and new product ideas to foster business expansion.
• Handle coordination of product samples, emphasizing efficient tracking, cataloging, and distribution.
• Maintain commercial databases, refresh currency records, and support the upkeep of ERP systems.
• Participate in system testing and propose enhancements for process optimization as needed.
• Analyze margin reports to detect pricing inconsistencies, margin declines, and profit improvement prospects.
• Generate monthly rebate, sample, and ad hoc commercial reports.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• At least two years of experience in Buying, Commercial, Procurement, or related roles.
• Background in FMCG, foodservice, wholesale, or retail sectors is preferred.
• Solid commercial understanding, especially in pricing, margins, and profitability.
• Experience in managing supplier partnerships and engaging with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficient analytical and numerical abilities with high attention to detail.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with the broader Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with ERP software is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities, adept at juggling several tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset and the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range from 2,000 to 4,500.
• Bonus scheme included.
• Hybrid working options available.
• Complimentary parking facilities.

Additional Information

This recruitment is managed confidentially by Aoife Clarke. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their CVs for consideration. Due to the volume of responses, only appropriately experienced applicants will be contacted.