Purchasing Officer (Specified Purpose)

Job title:

Purchasing Officer (Specified Purpose)

Company:

O’Carroll Engineering

Job description

We are looking to hire a Purchasing Officer on a Specified Purpose Contract. The Purchasing Officer while reporting to the Operations Manager, is responsible for ensuring purchasing and procurement requirements for O’Carroll Engineering (OCE) are met. General scope of role: Purchasing items required for OCE operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of projects Issue Purchase Orders appropriately and in line with best practice and OCE policies Liaise with Estimating Department to ensure all purchases are as required and any anomalies are flagged and queried prior to purchase Ensure accurate and appropriate stock control measures are implemented and maintained through Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Ensure materials are correctly and appropriately allocated to machines, stores etc. Refer to and understand drawings to ensure accurate purchasing of materials Ensure all delivery deadlines are met and where discrepancies occur, follow up with supplier Maintain complete traceability of all purchased items Maintain constant communication with various departments on the delivery of goods Supplier and product research ensuring OCE maintains competitive advantage Negotiate quotes and terms and conditions from suppliers to ensure best value is achieved Manage and maintain professional relationships with suppliers acting in the best interests of OCE at all times Maintain, review and negotiate new and existing service contracts Cognisance of cash flow and the implications of purchases on same Liaise with Accounts ensuring suppliers’ accounts are managed and budgets are adhered to Maximise use of internal software systems and look for opportunities to further develop software use to the benefit of the OCE Purchasing Department Ensure Lean Manufacturing principles are adhered to, minimising waste and increasing efficiency Ensure compliance with ISO9001 and EN1090 This list serves as an overview of the role and responsibilities and is not exhaustive Competencies for the role: The Purchasing Officer must possess the following competencies to succeed in the role: In-depth technical and working knowledge of purchasing and procurement processes Thorough practical knowledge purchasing for medium sized enterprises Understands manufacturing materials, specifications, and supply chain dynamics Ability to secure favourable terms while managing budgets and cost-saving initiatives Skilled in using procurement and inventory systems Builds long-term, reliable partnerships with vendors Ability to analyse data, forecast demand, and assess supplier performance Ensure accuracy in orders, specifications, and documentation Addresses supply disruptions and quality issues effectively Collaborates across departments and with external partners Analytical thinker and effective communicator with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills Efficient work-flow, time management, project management and reporting skills

• Sector:

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements Essential
1 Desirable
Administration, Computer Literacy Priority Planning, Working on own Initiative

Expected salary

Location

Killarney, Co Kerry

Job date

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 03:25:01 GMT

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