Purchasing Specialist - Galway

EZ Living Furniture; Connacht; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holidays

Staff discounts

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Educational support

Health care discount

Employee assistance programme

Bike to work

Job summary

EZ Living Furniture, founded in Galway in 1998, is a family-run Irish retailer operating nationwide with a full online shopping experience delivering across Ireland. We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our Head Office team.

In this role you will monitor stock, optimize container space, work with cross-functional teams, and manage supplier relationships, while ensuring accurate purchasing data and timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Qualification in purchasing or a related field (preferred).
• At least 3 years experience in a purchasing role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing/inventory software.
• Strong organisational and numerical skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and proactively initiate re-order or replenishment processes.
• Optimise container space by placing orders in line with demand forecasts and supplier MOQ requirements.
• Balance flexibility, cost-efficiency, and space constraints to ensure containers are used effectively and stock levels remain aligned with operational needs.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including warehousing, inventory management, and finance, to support purchasing activities.
• Accurately input data and regularly update records across purchasing and inventory systems.
• Act as a primary point of contact for suppliers, addressing queries, resolving issues, and maintaining positive relationships.
• Liaise with suppliers to track order status, resolve delivery discrepancies, and ensure on-time delivery of goods.
• Evaluate supplier performance to ensure consistent quality, reliability, and service standards.
• Resolve supplier issues and discrepancies in a timely manner to keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow established purchasing processes and ensure adherence to all regulatory and compliance requirements.

Skills

Purchasing

Vendor management

Microsoft Office

Purchasing software

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Purchasing qualification

Tools

Inventory management software

ERP system

Job description

The Company

EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people.

The Company

EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people.

We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to join the team in our Head Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and proactively initiate re-order or replenishment processes.


• Optimise container space by placing orders in line with demand forecasts, and supplier MOQ requirements.


• Balance flexibility, costefficiency, and space constraints to ensure containers are used effectively and stock levels remain aligned with operational needs.


• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including, warehousing, inventory management, and finance, to support purchasing activities.


• Accurately input data and regularly update records across purchasing and inventory systems

Supplier Management

• Act as a primary point of contact for suppliers, addressing queries, resolving issues, and maintaining positive relationships.


• Liaise with suppliers to track order status, resolve delivery discrepancies, and ensure on-time delivery of goods.


• Evaluate supplier performance to ensure consistent quality, reliability, and service standards.


• Resolve supplier issues and discrepancies in a timely manner to keep operations running smoothly.


• Follow established purchasing processes and ensure adherence to all regulatory and compliance requirements.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Review purchasing & sales data to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for improved decisionmaking.


• Use insights to suggest improvements in processes and efficiency.


• Prepare clear reports on purchasing activity, costs and performance metrics


• Maintain accurate and transparent records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance within purchasing systems.

Skills And Experience

• Qualification in purchasing or a related field (preferred).


• At least 3 years experience in a purchasing position.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with purchasing and inventory management software


• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail


• Strong analytical skills - Problem-solving, Critical Thinking, Communication.


• Strong numerical skills with the ability to work accurately with figures, pricing, and data


• Ability to prioritise tasks, work efficiently under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

WHY JOIN US

• Up to 23 days holidays


• Fun, fast paced & high energy work environment


• Culture Of Developing And Promoting From Within The Company


• Our Generous staff discounts


• Our pension Scheme


• Our Bonus Scheme


• Our Educational Support Scheme


• Our Discounted corporate rate health care


• Our free Employee Assistance Programme


• Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme


• Career Development Opportunities


• Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources


• Our employee discount card offering great discounts on products and services throughout Ireland.