Role:Purchasing Manager - Construction Location: Limerick Salary: (DOE) Overview Our client, a well-established construction and property development company based in Limerick City is looking to add an experienced Purchasing Manager to their Team.
This role will work closely with the Commercial Manager who will oversee the procurement of construction materials, equipment, and services, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition to support on-going construction projects.
The role involves strategic supplier management, price negotiation, and ensuring that all purchases align with project specifications, budgets, and schedules.
The role would ideally suit someone in a similar role or someone coming from a Building Suppliers who would have a very knowledge of prices of goods and materials.
Key Responsibilities: Manage the procurement process for materials, tools, and equipment required for construction projects.
Ensure that all purchases comply with the project's budget, quality standards, and schedule requirements.
Identify and assess potential suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliability and performance.
Monitor inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted supply of materials to job sites.
Work closely with the site managers to forecast material requirements and adjust orders as necessary.
Evaluate and approve purchase orders, invoices, and payment terms.
Prepare regular reports on procurement costs, vendor performance, and material deliveries.
Work closely with the construction, finance, and project management teams to ensure alignment on procurement needs.
Coordinate with engineers, architects, and project managers to ensure that purchased materials meet technical specifications.
Qualifications & Experience Previous experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain management (preferably in construction).
Knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and suppliers.
Familiarity with procurement software or systems.
Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
Basic understanding of construction materials and processes (desirable but not essential).
Benefits: Performance Bonus