Purchasing Administrator

Location: Galway
Company: Tier 1 Main Contractor
Salary: €45,000 – €50,000 (DOE) + benefits package

Overview

A leading Tier 1 Main Contractor with a strong pipeline of commercial, residential, healthcare, and life sciences projects is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Purchasing Administrator to join their Galway office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering large-scale, high-value projects across Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Procurement / Commercial team with day-to-day purchasing activities

• Raise and issue purchase orders in line with company procedures

• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations and ensure best value procurement

• Maintain and update supplier databases and pricing records

• Track orders and ensure timely delivery of materials to site

• Resolve invoice queries in coordination with Accounts and Suppliers

• Assist in negotiating rates and framework agreements

• Monitor stock levels and coordinate material requisitions from site teams

• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures

• Prepare procurement reports and cost tracking updates as required

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in a purchasing / procurement administration role (construction experience desirable)

• Experience working with a main contractor or construction-related business preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel essential)

• Experience with procurement or ERP systems advantageous

Package

• €45,000 – €50000 depending on experience

• Pension contribution

• Career progression opportunities within a Tier 1 contractor

• Strong pipeline of long-term projects in the West of Ireland

To register your interest please forward CV to John.Behan@icds.ie or call 01-632-1200 to discuss.