Kate O'Herlihy
Junior Buyer
We are seeking a motivated and organised Junior Buyer to support our procurement and administrative functions. This role will be based in Dublin and is with a leading mechanical contractor. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the efficient purchasing of materials and services while providing general office and administrative support to the wider team.
If you are an Junior Buyer who is looking for your next career move, send your CV to Kate O’Herlihy or call 086 825 5161 for a confidential discussion.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in sourcing suppliers, obtaining quotations and issuing purchase orders
- Follow up on orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve any supplier issues
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier details and approved supplier lists
- Coordinate deliveries with stores, accounts and project teams
- Process invoices and delivery dockets for approval and payment
- Prepare reports on purchasing activities, expenditure and supplier performance
- Ensure compliance with company procedures and ISO 9001 quality standards
- Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement within procurement
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement or office administration role
- Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Good communication skills and ability to liaise with suppliers and internal teams
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a busy environment
- Experience working within a construction or engineering environment desirable
Benefits:
- Salary €30k – €40k DOE
- Working week Mon – Fri 8:00 – 4:00
- Employer contribution to pension
- Performance-based annual bonus between 5–10%
- Employee Assistance Programme
If you are an Junior Buyer who is looking for your next career move, send your CV to Kate O’Herlihy or call 086 825 5161 for a confidential discussion. All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. We also have many other roles available within the Engineering and Construction sector across Ireland and Europe.