Procurement Officer (Lisburn - Immediate - 30k )

VanRath; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Lisburn is seeking a Procurement Officer to support its procurement function during a busy project phase. The role involves raising purchase orders, sourcing materials, and managing supplier relationships. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing or engineering environments, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with MRP/ERP systems.

Benefits

Supportive, team-based environment

High-value project experience

Potential pathway into a longer-term opportunity

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Buyer or procurement role.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Confident in working from BOMs and interpreting technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Raise purchase orders in line with project and production needs.
• Source materials and components based on BOMs and technical specifications.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiating on price, quality, and lead time.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

MRP/ERP Systems

Job description

Procurement Officer

Location: Lisburn
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
Contract: Temporary

Are you an experienced Procurement Officer with a background in manufacturing or engineering environments? VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation in Lisburn to recruit a Procurement Officer on an initial interim basis to support their procurement function during a busy project phase.

Key Responsibilities:

• Raise purchase orders in line with project and production needs
• Source materials and components based on BOMs and technical specifications
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiating on price, quality, and lead time
• Monitor stock levels and update internal systems accordingly
• Liaise with internal teams including production, engineering, and planning
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and resolve any supplier issues
• Support cost-saving initiatives and improve procurement efficiency

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience in a Buyer or procurement role (manufacturing/engineering environment preferred)
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
• Confident working from BOMs and interpreting technical requirements
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Available to start at short notice

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000
• A supportive, team-based environment
• The opportunity to work on high-value, fast-moving projects
• A potential pathway into a longer-term opportunity

To apply or find out more, contact Ethan Boylan at VANRATH.

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