Construction Procurement Specialist

O'Neill & Brennan; Clonee; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

O’Neill & Brennen is seeking a Buyer/Administrator to join the team in Clonee. The role focuses on procurement of materials, supplier management and admin support to ensure timely, cost-effective project delivery.

Key tasks include purchasing construction materials, negotiating with suppliers, processing orders and maintaining records while supporting tendering and procurement activities. Strong Excel and ERP experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Buyer, Procurement, Purchasing, or Administration role.
• Construction industry experience highly desirable.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities.
• Experience working with procurement, ERP, or accounts systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing and sourcing construction materials, plant, equipment, and services.
• Sourcing and negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing.
• Preparing and processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate purchasing records.
• Obtaining and checking supplier documentation, including insurance and tax certificates.
• Assisting with tendering and procurement processes for construction works and services.
• Monitoring orders, deliveries, and supplier performance.
• Maintaining procurement databases and ensuring records are kept up to date.
• Assisting project, commercial, and accounts teams with purchasing and administrative queries.
• Managing multiple procurement and administration tasks in a busy construction environment.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Administration

Organisation

Excel

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

O’Neill & Brennen is seeking a Buyer/Administrator to join the team in Clonee. The role focuses on procurement of materials, supplier management and admin support to ensure timely, cost-effective project delivery.

Key tasks include purchasing construction materials, negotiating with suppliers, processing orders and maintaining records while supporting tendering and procurement activities. Strong Excel and ERP experience is preferred.