Buyer / Planner

CareerWise Recruitment

Cork

A Buyer/ Planner is required by CareerWise Recruitment for our Cork based MN manufacturing client. This is a newly created role to support ongoing expansion . Please contact Diarmuid Buckley for full details. THE ROLE: * Execute day to day tactical procurement functions with vendors, create and support the cost savings initiatives, maintain vendor relationships. * Inventory Management - manage inventory levels in line with agreed targets and report monthly on the status of inventory levels. * Maintain, prepare, and release purchase orders. * Coordinate shortage and expediting activities with suppliers. Ensure that required components are purchased to meet production schedule needs. Problem solve and take corrective action as necessary. * Set and maintain MRP system item planning parameters (lead times, minimum order quantities, safety stock, ROP etc.). * Identify and challenge safety stock levels, MOQ's, component & Finished Goods lead-times as part of inventory management. * Achieve agreed Supply Plan Attainment Mix and OTD (On Time Delivery) targets. * Negotiating contracts with suppliers. * Manage Supplier performance through conducting scorecard reviews and developing and implementing. action plans for improvement. REQUIREMENTS: * 3rd level qualification in Business, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, or another equivalent is preferred. * 2+ years' experience in procurement within the Manufacturing industry sector with exposure to supplier management, negotiations, and cost saving strategies. * Good negotiation & problem-solving skills. Please call Diarmuid Buckley today for further information on 021- 4355432 or email: dbuckley@careerwise.ie. CareerWise Recruitment (In Search of Excellence. CareerWise Recruitment specialises in the multinational sector in Ireland which predominantly encompasses the Medical Device, Sciences/Pharma and ICT industries. We also work into the Indigenous Engineering and Food Processing/Agri sectors. Established in 1999, CareerWise Recruitment is recognised by many of the major indigenous and multinationals companies to be one of Ireland's leading specialist Technical and Executive Recruitment firms. We operate out of multiple locations in Ireland and have offices in Cork, Shannon, Galway and Dublin. Supporting Business Demands & Growth since 1999. CareerWise Recruitment accepts that you do not wish your CV to be forwarded to any client company without your prior consent and gives an absolute assurance that this wish will be respected at all times.

991 days ago