Buying Manager

United Drug; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous in-store discounts

Annual bonus

Pension contributions

Job summary

United Drug is seeking a commercially minded procurement professional to manage supplier relationships and drive commercial strategies within PHX Ireland. The role focuses on generic, parallel trade and brand equalisation opportunities while delivering margin growth.

You will interpret market trends, plan with the Head of Commercial Procurement, and support rollout of commercial changes to customers. A background in retail buying and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Third Level qualification in Business preferable.
• Minimum of 3–5 years' experience in Retail, Trading or Assistant Buying or working within a commercial buying department in a commercial analysis role.
• Demonstrable supplier relationship management skills.
• Ability to use initiative and identify areas of opportunity.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage day to day supplier relationships covering generic, parallel trade and brand equalisation opportunities as they present.
• Interpret trends, market changes and translate into commercial offerings.
• Review and understand other market offerings. Understand the customer base and in conjunction with the Head of Commercial Procurement plan strategy.
• Support the future roll out of commercial changes to the customer base.
• Work with suppliers to mitigate impact resulting from market shortages.
• Work with suppliers to ensure best price and margin is achieved across the business.
• Assist retail teams to adhere to procurement sourcing preferences. Draw insights from reporting to highlight opportunities as they present.
• Manage set up and implementation of supplier agreements within the business to deliver budgeted margin plan.
• Support monthly supplier claim report processes where required.
• Prepare and present commercial performance analysis for wider department.
• Manage and resolve customer queries relating to supply, price or product.
• Support the Head of Commercial Procurement with other requests.
• Take responsibility for own development as well as assist with the training of junior team members.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with other departments within the business.
• Use internal forecasting tools to drive compliance at retail level

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Initiative

Attention to detail

Commercial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Our people make the difference. Here at PHX Ireland, we strive to be a place for everyone - where each and every one of us can be our true, authentic selves, every single day.

For us, individuality sparks new ideas, shapes new approaches and brings us powerful new perspectives. It's the heartbeat of our innovation, creativity, and success. Which is why, at PHX Ireland, we don't just embrace our differences - we celebrate them.

Across United Drug, McCabes Pharmacy, and TCP Homecare, in every location and every role, the way we work makes us who we are - and that's something we are really proud of. Which is why we've summed up our ethos in our six PHX Ireland values; Customer focused, Quality driven, collaborative, ambitious, innovative, and inclusive.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Family comes first: Life Stage Policies including maternity and paternity pay

Perks you'll actually use: Generous in store discounts

Pension Support: We contribute to your future

We reward performance: annual bonus

We've got your back: employee assistance programme and wellbeing initiatives

Belonging at Work: Inclusive, welcoming team culture where you're valued for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage day to day supplier relationships covering generic, parallel trade and brand equalisation opportunities as they present.
• Interpret trends, market changes and translate into commercial offerings.
• Review and understand other market offerings. Understand the customer base and in conjunction with the Head of Commercial Procurement plan strategy.
• Support the future roll out of commercial changes to the customer base.
• Work with suppliers to mitigate impact resulting from market shortages.
• Work with suppliers to ensure best price and margin is achieved across the business.
• Assist retail teams to adhere to procurement sourcing preferences. Draw insights from reporting to highlight opportunities as they present.
• Manage set up and implementation of supplier agreements within the business to deliver budgeted margin plan.
• Support monthly supplier claim report processes where required.
• Prepare and present commercial performance analysis for wider department.
• Manage and resolve customer queries relating to supply, price or product.
• Support the Head of Commercial Procurement with other requests.
• Take responsibility for own development as well as assist with the training of junior team members.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with other departments within the business.
• Use internal forecasting tools to drive compliance at retail level

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Third Level qualification in Business preferable
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Retail, Trading or Assistant Buying or working within a commercial buying department in a commercial analysis role.
• Demonstrable supplier relationship management skills.
• Ability to use initiative and identify areas of opportunity.
• Proficient in use of MS Office, particularly MS Excel.
• Great attention to detail with a commercial aptitude.

About United Drug

United Drug is Ireland's largest pharmaceutical distribution company and was originally founded by a group of pharmacists in Ballina, Mayo in 1948. In 2022 United Drug became part of the PHOENIX group and is now part of Europe's leading healthcare provider in the sector. Employing more than 650 staff across operations in Dublin, Limerick and Mayo, we partner with more than 1,900 pharmacies, hospitals, clinics and primary care centres across Ireland. Our business spans across three business units; United Drug Wholesale, United Drug Distribution and United Drug Consumer - all leaders in their respective categories.

About PHX Ireland & PHOENIX Group

PHX Ireland Group is Ireland's leading fully integrated healthcare provider. We deliver health. We are comprised of United Drug, Ireland's leading pharmaceutical wholesaler and distributor; LloydsPharmacy Ireland, a major community pharmacy chain; and TCP Homecare, innovators in clinical home nursing services and direct to patient delivery solutions.

PHX Ireland Group employs over 1,800 people, operate 5 distribution centres and over 75 pharmacies, delivers over 85 million packs to Irish pharmacies and hospitals and serves 500,000 patients each year. By working together to provide these solutions, PHX Ireland can enable a sustainable healthcare system and support Irish Healthcare.

PHX Ireland is part of the PHOENIX group, Europe's leading healthcare provider. Headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, the PHOENIX group brings together more than 48,000 employees from 29 countries, includes 223 pharmaceutical distribution sites, and more than 3200 owned pharmacies and 17000 partner pharmacies. Every day, the PHOENIX group makes an important contribution to comprehensive and safe healthcare in Europe.

We strive to foster an open and inclusive environment, embracing applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Our commitment lies in ensuring an accessible interview process for all candidates. If you require additional support or accommodations to attend an interview, we kindly encourage you to reach out to [e-mail]