Buyer - Dublin - 144766

Jones Engineering; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development & training

SAP training

Job summary

Jones Engineering in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, seeks a Buyer to manage procurement for key projects. You will work with project teams to ensure quality, cost and delivery targets, and negotiate with suppliers to support domestic and international projects.

Candidate should have at least 3 years in construction purchasing, with SAP knowledge and strong communication skills. Training on in-house systems will be provided, and you will join a supportive engineering team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a construction purchasing role.
• Engineering experience advantageous.
• Knowledge of / experience in the construction industry required.
• Relevant 3rd level qualification - IIPMM or equivalent preferred.
• Full training on in-house procedures/systems will be provided.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent IT skills; SAP knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Attend procurement meetings with project teams and ensure quality, cost and delivery targets are met; monitor supplier performance.
• Procure for key projects domestically and internationally through sourcing, negotiation, pricing, technical compliance and supplier selection.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with quality procedures on projects.
• Prepare project procurement reports.
• Monitor supplier performance for projects with Head of Procurement.
• Provide accurate information to Head of Electrical Procurement for strategic decisions.
• Lead continuous improvement of SAP ERP-based procurement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Procurement.

Skills

Construction purchasing experience

SAP knowledge

Communication skills

IT skills

Engineering background advantageous

Construction industry knowledge

Training provided

Education

Relevant 3rd level qualification - IIPMM or equivalent preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Position:

Buyer

Location:

Ballsbridge, Dublin 4

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Skills and Requirements:

• Responsibility for several key projects.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a construction purchasing role.
• Engineering experienced candidate advantageous
• Knowledge of / experience in the construction industry required.
• Relevant 3rd level qualification - IIPMM or equivalent preferred.
• Full training on in-house procedures/systems will be provided.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills essential
• Excellent IT skills essential - knowledge of SAP would be advantageous.
• Salary will be in line with responsibilities, qualifications, and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend procurement meetings with project teams on key projects: Adhere to set project specific procurement strategy, ensure quality, cost and delivery targets are met and monitor supplier performance.
• Procure for key projects both domestic & international, through sourcing, negotiation, pricing, technical compliance, and supplier selection, leveraging volume discounts and long-term partnerships while managing risks associated with supply continuity.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance on projects with our quality procedures.
• Preparation of project procurement reports.
• Monitor supplier performance for projects in conjunction with the head of procurement.
• Provide accurate and concise information to the Head of Electrical Procurement to inform strategic decision making.
• Lead continuous improvement of SAP ERP based procurement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the head of procurement.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs. If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a growing industry, please submit your CV, along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Recognising the contributions and respecting our people is core to our culture and values.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.