Purchasing Administrator

Elk Recruitment; Rathnew; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Recruitment is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to join our Wicklow-based client team. You will manage purchase orders, negotiate with suppliers, and coordinate with production and sales to meet purchasing needs and timelines.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field and have procurement/logistics experience, strong IT skills, and proficiency with Excel/ERP systems. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with negotiable salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (logistics/business) preferred.
• Procurement/supply chain/logistics experience is beneficial.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Strong time keeping and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Obtain quotes from suppliers, negotiate terms, and resolve issues.
• Coordinate with production and sales to understand purchasing needs and deadlines.
• Monitor supplier performance and contract compliance.
• Track and expedite deliveries of goods and services as required.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics or business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Role: Purchasing Administrator

Location: Rathnew

Job Type: Permanent - Full time

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

At Elk Recruitment, we are looking for a drivenPurchasing Administratorto join our client’s growing team based in Wicklow. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Procurement Administrator to make a real impact in an innovative and growing organization.

What’s on Offer:

• Negotiable salary depending on experience
• Opportunity for career development
• Supportive work environment

Your new role includes:

• Managing and processing purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Communicating with suppliers to obtain quotes, negotiate terms, and resolve issues.
• Coordinating with the production and sales departments to understand purchasing needs and timelines.
• Monitoring supplier performance and compliance with contracts.
• Tracking and expediting the delivery of goods and services as required

Experience you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (for example logistics or business) strongly preferred
• Previous experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain or logistics is highly beneficial
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and experience using ERP systems
• Strong time keeping and negotiation skills