Location: Monaghan
Team: Managing 2 direct reports
Reporting to: Head of Operations

About the Opportunity
We're partnering with a rapidly growing food manufacturing business that has created a brand-new position for a Purchasing Manager or Lead Buyer.
This is an exciting chance to join a successful organisation, lead a small team, and shape procurement strategy from the ground up.

Why This Role?

• Newly created due to business success and expansion.
• Autonomy to influence purchasing strategy and supplier relationships.
• Opportunity to manage a team and work closely with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of two within the purchasing function.
• Source and purchase materials, supplies, and services to meet operational needs.
• Conduct market research, monitor trends, and analyse pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure continuity of supply and quality standards.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms to optimize cost and performance.
• Oversee purchase orders, inventory tracking, and coordinate with warehousing and internal teams.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery issues or discrepancies.
• Prepare reports on purchasing activities and contribute to procurement policies and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in procurement or buying roles in food or similar industry
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.
• Proficiency in procurement systems and Microsoft Office.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Open to Hybrid option following probation
• Career progression in a growing business.
• 31 days annual leave
• Free parking
• Discounted products
• A chance to make a real impact in a newly created role.

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