Buyer

Redbear Tech; Dundalk; Remote; EUR 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Redbear Tech in Ireland seeks a Buyer to support procurement and supply chain coordination for complex ICT and data centre projects. The role blends procurement, commercial negotiation, and project collaboration in a high-growth, mission-critical tech sector.

You will source suppliers for electrical, mechanical, ICT, security and power components; negotiate pricing and terms; manage purchase orders, track schedules, and ensure compliance with health and safety and ISO requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement for ICT, security and infrastructure components.
• Strong negotiation and commercial terms experience.
• Proven ability to manage procurement schedules and POs.
• Effective coordination with cross-functional project teams.
• Commitment to HSE standards and ISO documentation.

Responsibilities

• Source suppliers for electrical, mechanical, ICT, security and power components.
• Obtain quotations; evaluate and negotiate pricing, lead times and terms.
• Raise purchase orders and track procurement schedules.
• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers and logistics teams.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage logistics to sites.
• Identify cost saving opportunities and mitigate procurement risk.
• Maintain procurement records for ISO compliance.

Skills

Supply chain coordination

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Tools

ERP/MRP Exact

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Google Sheets

Job description

The Buyer is a strategic operational position that supports the successful delivery of complex ICT and data centre infrastructure projects. The role combines procurement expertise, supply chain coordination, commercial negotiation, and project collaboration within a high-growth, mission-critical technology/ICT and Security sector.

Main responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing

• Source suppliers for electrical, mechanical, ICT, security, and power infrastructure components
• Obtain and evaluate quotations
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms
• Raise purchase orders and track procurement schedules
• Build and maintain relationships with approved suppliers
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, cost, and reliability
• Coordinate with vendors regarding logistics and delivery updates
• Support supplier onboarding and compliance checks

Project Coordination

• Work closely with:
  • Project Managers
  • Site Managers
  • Engineers
  • Commercial teams
  • Logistics teams
• Ensure procurement aligns with Project milestones

Cost Control

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and record them on the tracker
• Reduce procurement risk through strategic sourcing

Inventory & Logistics

• Track materials movement to site locations and provide support to Logistics for the safe arrival of materials
• Manage urgent or critical procurement requestsMitigate risk caused by shortages or late deliveries

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure adherence to:
  • Health & Safety standards
  • Sustainability incentives and policies
  • Procurement procedures
  • Contractual obligations
• Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting for ISO purposes

Technical Skills

• Procurement systems (ERP/MRP) Exact preferred
• Microsoft Excel, Word and Google Sheets experience
• Supply chain coordination

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Negotiation
• Problem-solving
• Time management

Industry KnowledgeStrong understanding of:

• Construction, ICT and Security procurement