Junior Buyer

Morgan McKinley; Cork; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking a motivated Junior Buyer in Cork to support live construction projects. You will assist with sourcing, issue purchase orders, monitor deliveries and process supplier invoices under the Purchasing Manager.

A hands-on role that builds procurement experience within a well-established client. The position offers a 12-month fixed-term contract with potential for longer-term opportunity for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing and procurement is desirable.
• Experience in construction or building materials background is an advantage.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and office systems.
• Strong numerical, organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Confident communication with suppliers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sourcing materials, plant and services for construction projects.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations to support purchasing decisions.
• Prepare and process purchase orders in line with approval procedures.
• Monitor orders, long-lead items and scheduled deliveries.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, order documentation and trackers.
• Liaise with project and site teams to understand purchasing requirements.
• Process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Match invoices against purchase orders, delivery dockets and pricing.
• Follow up on outstanding approvals, credits and supporting documentation.
• Assist with resolving delivery issues, shortages, returns and credit notes
• Maintain accurate supplier, purchase order and invoice records.
• Ensure purchasing procedures and approval processes are followed

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Time management

Proactive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Junior Buyer

12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC),

We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Buyer to join the team of a well-established client operating within the construction sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in purchasing and procurement, gaining hands-on experience supporting live construction projects. Working closely with the Purchasing Manager, site teams, suppliers, Quantity Surveyors and the accounts department, you will play an important role in ensuring materials, orders, deliveries and supplier invoices are managed efficiently and accurately.

The position is offered on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract, with a view to a longer-term opportunity for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with sourcing materials, plant and services for construction projects.

• Obtain and compare supplier quotations to support purchasing decisions.

• Prepare and process purchase orders in line with approval procedures.

• Monitor orders, long-lead items and scheduled deliveries.

• Maintain accurate purchasing records, order documentation and trackers.

• Liaise with project and site teams to understand purchasing requirements.

• Process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed deadlines.

• Match invoices against purchase orders, delivery dockets and agreed pricing.

• Follow up on outstanding approvals, credits and supporting documentation.

• Assist with resolving delivery issues, shortages, returns and credit notes

• Maintain accurate supplier, purchase order and invoice records.

• Ensure purchasing procedures and approval processes are followed

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in purchasing and procurement is desirable.

• Experience within the construction industry or building materials sector would be an advantage.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and general office systems.

• Strong numerical, organisational and administrative skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

• Confident communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with suppliers and internal teams.

• Able to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and follow up on outstanding queries.

• A proactive attitude and a genuine interest in developing a career in procurement.