Buyer Planner

Position Overview

We are seeking a Buyer Planner to work onsite in County Mayo. The role requires fostering strong, cooperative relationships with both on-site customer teams and company colleagues at various locations, including the head office.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and sustain positive collaborations with on-site customer personnel and internal company teams.
• Develop supplier relationships aimed at maximizing commercial advantage aligned with purchasing goals.
• Manage the order process comprehensively to ensure timely delivery and appropriate follow-up.
• Closely oversee shipments, particularly monitoring late deliveries.
• Generate and interpret product performance data, providing informed decisions and recommendations on product profiling.
• Review and adjust system-generated stock forecasts, including order placements, to maintain optimal customer service levels at minimal costs.
• Lead stock clearance initiatives by coordinating on-site cleanses, prioritizing problematic stock, and meeting aged stock reduction targets.
• Supervise franchise activities and organize promotional events.
• Gather and evaluate supplier performance and market intelligence to support negotiation and supplier enhancement sessions.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A third-level degree in Purchasing or a related discipline is mandatory.
• Multiple years of professional experience in purchasing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with ERP systems preferred.
• Proactive in completing necessary training and ensuring site training compliance ahead of deadlines.
• Respond promptly to urgent demands while keeping all relevant stakeholders updated.
• Participate actively in meetings with customer stakeholders, various tiers, procurement, Material Review Board (MRB), and finance teams.