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OBIN Specialist Joinery

Verified Company

Craigavon, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Purpose:

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and CAD technicians to determine the procurement needs for each construction project.
Obtain quotes and prices from subcontractors & suppliers.
Evaluate supplier quality and negotiate pricing to deliver cost savings.
Place orders and monitor purchased items' lead times to ensure timely delivery of all items.
Identify potential suppliers and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers.
Prepare and manage requests for quotations from estimating for the tender process.
Monitor inventory levels, track material usage, and forecast procurement needs.
Work closely with the finance department to reconcile purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
Implement and maintain a centralized procurement database, ensuring accurate and uptodate records of suppliers, contracts, and pricing agreements.
Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and changes in regulations that may impact procurement activities.

Qualifications & criteria:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A relevant professional certification (e.g., Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management, Certified Purchasing Manager) is a plus.
Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar procurement role within the construction industry.
Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and services, as well as supplier networks and market dynamics.
Demonstrate negotiation and contract management skills.
Proficient in procurement software and tools.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
Detailoriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

We're trialling new flexible working hours at the moment, so M-T this could be 7am-4pm, 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm, and F 7am-12, 8am-1pm, 9am-2pm.

We also are trialling the 9-day fortnight - so if 78 hours (2no. 39 hour weeks) are worked over a 9-day period, the employee can take the 10th day off. This is in addition to the 28 days holiday on offer.

Benefits: