Procurement Officer Permanent

Job Ref: PO/CE-12-IRL-KE

Our Client is a Tier 1 Civil Engineering & Construction Main Contractor and they have completed many projects nationwide to a very high standard. Due to continued growth they are actively seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to to be based in either their office in Kildare or Cork. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Procurement Officer to join a company that is growing at a fast pace and offers great career progression with exposure to some high profile projects.

Responsibilities:

• Managing & updating the Supplier Database.
• Scheduling & prioritising requisitions.
• Sending out enquiries to suitable suppliers.
• Collating & assessing quotations received ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Negotiating pricing, payment terms & conditions in line with budgets.
• Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety, Environmental & CSR requirements.
• Liaising with site management teams to reach collective decisions where necessary.
• Produce and issue Material Purchase Orders.
• Solving problems ( Late deliveries , shortages , quality issues etc.).
• Sourcing new suppliers & products worldwide.
• Offering site staff alternative materials as appropriate.
• Attend site meetings.
• Keep abreast of developments in local and international markets incorporating benchmarking with other associated Companies.
• Visit supplier facilities and conduct vendor appraisals.
• Managing supplier relationships.
• Assisting Q.S’s with Subcontract procurement as and when required.
• Raising Subcontract Orders.
• Working closely with all other Departments ( Estimating , Finance/Accounts , HSE , IT etc.).

Requirements:

• 3rd Level qualification in Procurement / Supply Chain Management ( e.g. IIPMM or CIPS) or equivalent desirable.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of purchasing processes and ERP systems. ( experience in COINS would be an advantage).
• Minimum of 5 years previous experience as Procurement officer or related position in the Construction Industry. – Experience on large Civil Engineering projects would be an advantage.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills & the ability to multitask , work to deadlines & work under pressure.
• Accurate and precise attention to detail.
• Able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills

• Please apply immediately if you fit the profile and you want to progress with a company who has a healthy book of projects in the pipeline. Send CV’s to [email protected]