Buyer - Dungannon

VanRath; Dungannon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Buyer to join a prominent global manufacturer in Dungannon. This role involves engaging with vendors, executing supply chain strategies, and managing procurement activities within a hybrid working model. Ideal candidates will have procurement experience preferably in manufacturing, strong IT skills, and a proactive mindset.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual salary reviews

Bonus potential

Clear development pathways

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Buyer or Procurement function, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong IT proficiency with knowledge of ERP or MRP platforms, Oracle preferred.
• Proactive mindset, able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Engage with internal departments and external vendors for material availability.
• Contribute to supply chain strategies based on sales forecasts.
• Participate in planning meetings, maintaining visibility on production priorities.
• Track supplier pricing and terms, ensuring compliance across purchases.
• Raise purchase orders and reconcile invoices.
• Maintain accurate procurement data in the Oracle ERP system.
• Support tender processes and assist in preparing pricing responses.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

ERP/MRP knowledge

Supply chain coordination

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

VANRATH is proud to be working with a renowned global manufacturer in their search for a Buyer to join their expanding procurement team.

This is a prime opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing or supply chain coordination to join a forward-thinking organisation that invests in its people and offers significant scope for progression. If you're looking to enhance your procurement skills within a fast-paced, global environment - this role is for you.

Location: Hybrid working model - HQ in Dungannon (on-site initially for training)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, DOE + comprehensive benefits, annual salary reviews, bonus potential, and clear development pathways

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with both internal departments and external vendors to ensure material availability aligns with production demands

• Contribute to the execution of supply chain strategies in line with sales forecasts and operational planning

• Participate in cross-functional planning meetings and maintain visibility on production priorities

• Track supplier pricing and terms, ensuring value and compliance across all purchases

• Raise purchase orders and reconcile invoices as part of day-to-day procurement activities

• Work within the Oracle ERP system to maintain accurate procurement data and streamline operations

• Support commercial tender processes and assist in preparing pricing responses to client enquiries

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a Buyer or Procurement function, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment

• Strong IT proficiency, with working knowledge of ERP or MRP platforms - Oracle experience preferred

• A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments

• Strong organisational and analytical skills to manage multiple priorities

For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves in the strictest confidence.

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