Purchasing Officer

We are currently recruiting for a Purchasing Officer on a full-time permanent basis to join our growing business. The role will be based in our head office in Waterford with flexible remote working options available.

Here in Suir Engineering we are a leading international provider of innovative Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions. Our core sectors are Energy, Power and Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. We provide best in class contracting solutions with in-house, flexible resources capable of delivering a personable and consistent service to our customers. Over the past 40 years we have delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients across the globe. We are currently expanding significantly, and are delivering large scale projects across Ireland, the U.K, Germany, Denmark and Sweden. 

We recognise that continued business success depends on our commitment to and development of our people. We are determined to create a diverse and equal workforce and to ensure our company appeals to the best and brightest people. We wish for all employees to realise their full potential and have the opportunity to grow and develop during their career with Suir. We are also working continuously to promote a culture of positive wellbeing through our wellbeing programmes and supports to employees and their families through our Employee Assistance Programme and the Lighthouse Club.   

Overall Role Objective

The Purchasing Officer is responsible for the co-ordination and management of all purchasing activities. The main objective of the position is to ensure effective purchasing and delivery of goods and services. This will be done through the establishment and rationalisation of key supplier agreements, identification of new opportunities and actively seeking and applying ways to improve efficiencies whilst ensuring legislative compliance. Additionally, the purchasing officer will be responsible for tendering processes and administration of contracts in accordance with policies, procedures and specified contract requirements.

What you will be doing?

• Acquire/purchase goods and services for the company.
• Maintain and update purchasing records/data and pricing in the system.
• Prepare purchasing reports as necessary.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and documents in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor and co-ordinate the deliveries.
• Source, select and negotiate for best purchase package in terms of quality, price, terms, deliveries and services with suppliers.
• Identify potential new suppliers where necessary.
• Conduct complex bid process and do commercial evaluations.
• Ensure all purchasing documents are correctly maintained and filed accordingly.
• Any other reasonable and relevant duties as requested by your Manager, necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the company.

Is this the job for me?

Suitable candidates must have 3+ years experience working in a procurement department

• Knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical products desirable
• Knowledge/understanding of purchasing/contracting procedures and principles.
• Customer service skills, including a high level of communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Negotiation skills essential.
• Experience in planning, organising, prioritising and co-ordinating work in a changing environment.
• Good attention to detail.
• Good time management skills.
• IT Skills - Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, Excel and Word 

 In return from Suir Engineering: 

• 23 days annual leave 
• Company Pension contributions - no waiting periods 
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 
• Private Health Insurance contribution 
• Life and Disability cover  
• EAP for employees and their families 
• Educational Assistance, CPD, Chartership supports and upskilling opportunities 

Our way of working is called the Suir Way, designed to help us on a journey of continuous improvement. 

• Our people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working. 

• Our people have a voice and feel empowered. 

• We have an in-built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement. 

• Value is delivered every step of the journey. Our efficient processes deliver value. 

• We have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within the business.  

Suir Engineering are an equal opportunities employer, we value our greatest asset …. our People.  

We do not require the support of Recruitment agencies at this time.