Hartley People Recruitment in partnership with our client are hiring for a Purchasing Manager in Co. Kilkenny.
This is a hands-on role with full ownership of procurement. You will manage day-to-day purchasing while building a supply chain that supports long-term business growth. Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a clear purchasing strategy that supports business goals
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value creation
- Analyse spend data to drive strategic sourcing decisions
- Build and manage a strong supplier base focused on quality, reliability, and cost
- Evaluate make vs buy decisions
- Monitor commodity trends, market pricing, and supply chain risks
- Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies
- Standardise purchasing processes and reduce delays
- Support ERP/MRP reporting and implement KPIs to track performance
- Drive waste reduction initiatives and support the client’s sustainability objectives
- Work with suppliers to improve packaging, material sizing, and delivery methods
- Source and purchase materials, components, and services in line with production needs
- Manage quotations, requisitions, supplier selection, and purchase orders
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms
- Monitor and manage supplier performance
- Manage stock levels to balance supply continuity and working capital
- Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data and purchasing records
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, quality standards, FSC Chain of Custody requirements, and fire safety regulations relevant to the client’s products
What You Need
- Proven experience in a purchasing or procurement role within a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of production processes, material requirements planning, and supply chain management
- Experience managing suppliers of raw materials, components, or engineered products
- Strong negotiation and commercial decision-making skills
- Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems
- The ability to work at pace in a deadline-driven production environment
For immediate consideration, please email your CV to jessica@hartleypeople.com or call Jessica Maher on 051 878813.
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