Buyer, Kildare

Job Title : Buyer Location : Athy, Division : Ireland Reporting to : Director of Purchasing Employment Type : Full-Time 9 month Maternity Contract Leinster Appointments are working in partnership with our client, a trusted supplier to the food and beverage industry, for their next hire, a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer to join their team and help drive the continued success of their operations in Ireland. About the Role As a Buyer, youll play a vital role in supporting our production schedules by ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of raw materials and packaging. Youll work closely with the Planning Team and the Director of Purchasing to maintain appropriate inventory levels, while also liaising with suppliers, internal teams, and logistics to ensure a smooth procurement process. Key Responsibilities Support sourcing activities by providing data and insights to help manage the total cost of materials. Review reorder reports and place material orders based on Min / Max inventory guidelines. Assist in the development and execution of purchasing strategies for ingredients and packaging. Order materials exclusively from the company's corporate approved suppliers. Process requisitions, monitor order statuses, and manage purchase order tracking. Coordinate transportation and track deliveries to ensure on-time arrivals. Handle discrepancies, quality issues, or damaged goods by working with internal teams and suppliers to resolve problems. Maintain accurate purchase order documentation, ensuring proper authorizations and pricing. Liaise with production planning to align ingredient supply with production needs. Support the Office Administrator with clerical tasks as required. Ensure consistent, punctual attendance and adaptability to evolving business needs. Perform other duties as needed. What Were Looking For Bachelors Degree or equivalent relevant experience preferred 4 Years + Previous industry or supply chain experience in FMCG or similar Strong computer proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) Excellent critical thinking, negotiation, and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment Ready to take the next step in your procurement career? Apply now and be part of our client's forward journey. Skills : Buyer procurement purchasing administrator