Junior Strategic Buyer - Indirect Material

Junior Strategic Buyer - Indirect Material

Job ID:

84560

Division:

Maritime cranes

Company:

Work area:

Purchasing

Country:

IE

Entry level:

Professionals

Type of contract:

full time

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Participation and support in handling of indirect materials and services, including office supplies, MRO items, utilities, logistics services, professional services, and other non-production requirements at plant level.
• Prepare and analyze RFQs, tenders, and supplier quotations.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms under the guidance of the Strategic Buyers.
• Assist with ERP system maintenance, purchase order management, and reporting activities.
• Defining master data and procurement parameters for new parts and engineering changes.
• Participation in analysing and optimizing master data and procurement parameters.
• Participation and support in supplier management at plant/divisional level.
• Maintain supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and procurement records.
• Track supplier performance metrics, including quality, delivery, cost, and service levels.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and ensure timely procurement support.
• Support procurement projects and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical sourcing standards.

Qualifications, Requirements & Experience

• 3rd Level qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related commercial role.
• Experience with indirect material procurement is desirable.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of procurement principles, supplier management, and contract administration.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Takes responsibility for their work and results.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Commercial awareness and cost-conscious mindset.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Paid overtime
• End of Year Bonus
• Pension Scheme
• Service Pay
• Early finish on a Friday
• 21 days annual leave + Length of service days
• Company Fixed Days
• Subsidised canteen
• Sports and Social Club
• Life Assurance
• Refer a friend Scheme
• Maternity Pay
• Educational assistance

One Passion. Many Opportunities.

The company

Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd. is one of the world's leading manufacturers of ship to shore cranes, rail mounted gantry cranes and rubber tyre gantry cranes. From its base in Killarney, Ireland, the company designs, builds and exports container cranesworldwide. Founded in 1958 as the first Liebherr factory outside of Germany, today, container cranes manufactured by Liebherr in Ireland are renowned for their quality, longevity andproductivity.