Procurement Officer

Company Details Confidential; Cork; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Doreen’s Bakery Limited in Cork, Ireland, is seeking a Procurement Officer to support purchasing activities for fresh confectionery and bakery products. The role requires attention to cost-effectiveness and adherence to company policies.

Reporting to the Buying Team, you will source materials, manage supplier relationships, monitor inventory levels, and prepare purchasing reports. 39-hour week, annual remuneration €36,605, with opportunities to improve processes.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional experience in procurement.
• Experience in food production purchasing is a plus.
• Ability to ensure timely procurement and cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders and requisitions.
• Source and evaluate suppliers and obtain quotations.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with departments to forecast demand.
• Ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment, and services.
• Maintain purchasing and supplier records.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding prices, deliveries, and product specifications.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support process improvements.
• Prepare reports on purchasing activities, costs, and supplier performance.

Skills

Purchase orders

Supplier management

Forecasting

Negotiation

Cost control

Job description

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Application Details

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Job Description

Procurement Officer required to work at Doreen’s Bakery Limited, located at Unit 9 Westside Centre Model Farm Rd, Cork Co. Cork T12W308. The applicant must have at least 1 year of professional experience in the position or a similar role. The Procurement Officer is responsible for supporting purchasing activities, ensuring that goods are acquired efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with company policies. The successful candidate will operate within the Buying Team at Doreen’s Bakery Limited, sourcing and managing the flow of key raw materials required for the production of fresh confectionery and bakery products, maintaining supplier relationships, and supporting sourcing initiatives to ensure timely delivery and continuity of supply.

Duties include:

• processing purchase orders and requisitions;
• sourcing and evaluating suppliers and obtaining quotations;
• monitoring inventory levels and coordinating with relevant departments to forecast demand;
• ensuring the timely procurement of materials, equipment, and services;
• maintaining accurate purchasing and supplier records;
• liaising with suppliers regarding prices, deliveries, availability, and product specifications;
• ensuring procurement activities comply with company policies and relevant regulations;
• identifying cost-saving opportunities and supporting process improvements;
• assisting in resolving procurement-related issues such as delays, shortages, or quality concerns;
• and preparing reports on purchasing activities, costs, and supplier performance.

Annual remuneration: €36,605.

Hours of work: 39 hours per week.

• Sector: other service activities

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]