Junior Buyer

McSport; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Employee discounts

Training and development

Job summary

McSport is seeking a Buyer to join our Dublin HQ Procurement team. The role focuses on calculating stock, placing orders with vendors, and tracking orders from placement to delivery, ensuring timely updates to Navision and internal stakeholders.

We value analysts with strong attention to detail and a proactive, team-oriented approach who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. Full-time, office-based in Dublin 22, with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a similar buying/procurement role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using Microsoft Navision is desirable.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Calculate stock requirements and place purchase orders with vendors.
• Track purchase orders and communicate with vendors and freight-forwarders.
• Report on purchase orders clearly and efficiently.
• Update Navision with ETA data for orders.
• Utilise Excel for procurement data analysis.
• Update internal teams on stock levels and deliveries.
• Collaborate with inventory on stock reporting.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Excel

Navision (Dynamics)

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Initiative

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Navision

Job description

About Us

McSport is Ireland's leading and most successful independent online supplier of sport and fitness equipment. We are a 100% Irish owned, second‑generation family business. With a team of over 80 industry experts, we are committed to supplying our customers with the highest standard of product, care, and service.

Job Purpose

McSport is currently looking for a Buyer to join our Procurement Department which is based in our Dublin HQ. We are looking for energetic, hardworking individuals who are passionate and dedicated in what we do!

Rewards

• Competitive Salary
• Employee discounts
• Training and development

Responsibilities & Duties

• Calculating required stock quantities for sales & placing purchase orders with vendors.
• Responsible for the tracking of purchase orders, communicating with vendors & freight-forwarders.
• Carry out reporting on purchase orders clearly and efficiently.
• Accurate Navision updates on purchase orders ETAs (expected time of arrival)
• Efficient and effective use of excel for procurement data.
• Communicate current stock levels & upcoming deliveries internally (goods-in, inventory, E-commerce, marketing & sales).
• Working closely with inventory team on accurate stock level reporting.
• Provide necessary support on commercial & direct orders to the relevant teams.
• Review pricing in line with competitors and current margin.
• Market research on possible new product development areas.
• Input into company marketing plans & product promotions.
• Quality Control on products, communicating with vendor accordingly.
• Support Procurement with Tender management.
• Represent department head in their absence for some internal meetings.
• Responsible for clear communication with department head.
• Various other administration duties.

Keys Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role focused on Buying / Procurement.
• Following training, proficiency in using Microsoft Excel and Office
• Experience using Microsoft Navision desirable.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced working environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. (Fluent in English)
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Proven problem solver and quick to master new skills.

Position

Full-time, Permanent.

Location

Office based in Dublin 22.

Working Week

Mon. - Fri.