Senior Buyer

Our client, a highly successful and growing food and wholesale business based in Cork, is looking to add a Senior Buyer to their team. Working with the Head of Trading, you will develop and implement procurement strategies. You will work with both internal/external stakeholders to implement innovative strategies and evolve the strategy as technology, markets and business needs change. Experience in the food service industry is highly desirable. This is a full-time, permanent, and hybrid role, with 4 days in the office and 1 from home. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Procurement:

Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company goals, focusing on cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and value creation. Supplier & Contract Management: Build strong supplier relationships, negotiate favourable terms, manage contracts, and evaluate supplier performance for quality and cost competitiveness. Stakeholder Collaboration: Maintain positive relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders, ensuring effective communication of procurement needs and issues. Cost & Risk Management: Identify cost-saving opportunities, manage budgets, and mitigate supply chain risks such as price fluctuations, delays, or shortages. Market & Performance Analysis: Monitor market trends and competitor strategies, assess supplier and employee performance, and implement improvements. Inventory & Delivery Oversight:

Track inventory, review supplier deliveries, resolve missed deliveries, and support warehouse booking and stock accuracy. Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure procurement activities adhere to company policies and regulations, and that product offerings are competitive in price and quality. Operational & Marketing Support: Assist with ad hoc tasks, promotional materials, and supplier-related marketing activities as needed. Requirements: Third level qualification in related field. 2+ years’ experience in FMCG sector, ideally the food service industry. Strong negotiation and communication skills. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of procurement principles and practices. Leadership qualities with strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Excellent planning and organisational skills and a proven track record of managing time effectively. Experience working with ERP systems and generally IT literate. A developed knowledge of supply chain and logistics would be advantageous. For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Megan O’Doherty.