Buyer

I am seeking a Buyer for a client in Shannon. This is a Fantastic Opportunity for suitable candidates .

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Responsible for ensuring materials are available to meet production requirements.

· Execute the Materials Requirement Plan (MRP) by ensuring efficient and effective procurement & inventory practices and optimizing the balance between quality, service, reliability and cost.

· Prepare and raise Purchase Orders with 3rd Party Vendors & Inter Company as required.

· Responsible for maintenance of Purchase Orders on ERP system.

· Understanding 9-Block forecasting methodology desirable but not essential.

· Action in a timely manner any inquiries from Vendors.

· Update all pricing in a timely and accurate manner on the supplier price catalogue.

· Contact suppliers for expedites, communicate quality issues, past due shipments, and stock-outs.

· Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships.

· Ensure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures.

· Track in-transit shipments working with carrier websites.

· Vendor Acknowledgments – Third Party and AODD. Review price, description, lead time against PO. Action discrepancies.

· Sales Order Acknowledgments – Daily review - Go through and schedule orders accordingly - NOTE any specific requirements.

· Communicate parts delay to Customer Services and Operations in a timely manner and update customer sales order dates with new promised ship dates.

· Respond to inquiries from Customer Service and Engineering pertaining to placed PO’s, scheduled deliveries or quotation requests. (Lead time inquiries, improvement requests, and pricing requests).

· Focus on and encourage continuous improvements (CI) of the process being supported (e.g. MRP Automation / MS Excel Macros initiatives).

· Maintain accurate documentation for audits and regulatory requirements.

· Work closely with Quality Assurance to manage supplier qualification processes.

· Machine/Subcontract WO generation – for part modifications.

· Comply with Health and Safety Policies.

· Provide cover for department members

· Assist with Cycle Count activities

· Participate in the in Annual Physical Inventory

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

· CIPS/advanced degree or equivalent

· Customer service or sales experience in a technical area of a company.

· Experience in procurement activities complying with medical device and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements, supplier document vertifications, product certificaitons and adherence to ISO 13485.

· 2+ years previous experience in a similar end to end Supply Chain/Purchasing rolewithin a high volume/fast-paced environment

· Proficiencies in Microsoft Excel packages

· Strong knowledge of ERP systems SAP/ORACLE (JD Edwards preferably)

· Power BI or similar data analytics visual tool knowledge is desirable but not essential

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Excellent organizational skills with an eye for detail

· A strong self-starter who uses initiative to identify, communicate and resolve issues as they arise

· Flexible and Pro-active attitude

· Understanding of Lean Six Sigma Principles

· Analytical, numerically astute with strong demonstrated problem-solving abilities

· Ability to input and record data accurately and efficiently

· Ability to work well under pressure in a fast -paced environment

· Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills

· The ability to act on your own initiative as well as part of a team

· Able to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks and achieve KPI targets

WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS:

· Experience within an office environment and manufacturing complex and the performance of general office functions.

· Attention to detail – Right first time

· General manufacturing, warehouse, and office environment.