Purchasing Officer

Vickerstock; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing business in Northern Ireland is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their purchasing department. The role involves assisting with procurement activities, managing supplier performance, and fostering strong relationships. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of experience in a purchasing role, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Excel and MRP/ERP systems. This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to kickstart a career in purchasing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchasing or supply chain support role (2 years is ideal).
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Confident working with Excel and MRP/ERP.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the sourcing and procurement of materials from the GB and EU.
• Maintain accurate PO data and ensure all purchasing activity aligns with production requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and support corrective actions where required.
• Build productive working relationships with suppliers.
• Work closely with Production, Planning and Quality to ensure seamless supply flow.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive mindset

Tools

Excel

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Vickerstock areworking in partnership with a growing business who are seeking to appoint a Junior Buyer to join their purchasing department. This is an excellent chance for an ambitious individual looking to kickstart their career in purchasing.

The Role:

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Junior Buyer will support day-to-day purchasing activity, ensuring that orders are maximised and accurate for timely delivery. You will play a key role in ensuring suppliers deliver on time, to the required quality and at the most competitive cost. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is proactive, commercially aware, and keen to build strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the sourcing and procurement of materials from the GB and EU.
• Maintain accurate PO data and ensure all purchasing activity is aligned with production requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and support corrective actions where required.
• Build productive working relationships with both existing and new suppliers.
• Work closely with Production, Planning and Quality to ensure seamless supply flow.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.

Essential Criteria:

• Previous experience in a purchasing or supply chain support role (2 years is ideal).
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Confident working with Excel and MRP/ERP
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and willingness to learn.

To be considered for this position, please apply and contact our supply chain specialist Michael Irwin today!