Job Description

Role: Purchasing Coordinator
Salary: €38,000 – €45,000
Duration: Permanent
Location: North Dublin
Benefits: 5% contributory pension, paid sick leave with payback system if unused, 5 extra holidays after 10 years' service, free employee support line (including counselling and financial advice), annual profit-based bonus, death in service benefit, potential hybrid working after 6 months

Purchasing Coordinator

Leading distribution company in North Dublin is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to join a dedicated on-site procurement team. This role is essential in managing sourcing and purchasing activities across Europe, China and India, ensuring a streamlined supply chain and high-quality vendor relationships.

With a supportive company culture and generous benefits, including a performance-based profit bonus and a range of employee wellbeing services, this is a great opportunity for an ambitious professional with international sourcing experience. While the role is fully site-based initially, there is potential for hybrid working after six months based on performance and operational needs. The team operates 100% on-site currently, promoting close collaboration and real-time decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for international suppliers across Europe, China and India
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms and contracts with new and existing vendors
• Maintain accurate records of orders, delivery timelines, and supplier communications
• Work closely with internal departments to forecast demand and ensure inventory availability
• Monitor supplier performance and address any quality or delivery issues
• Support the onboarding of new suppliers and participate in regular supplier reviews
• Assist in developing procurement strategies to optimise cost savings and supplier efficiency
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Experience in a purchasing or procurement role, ideally in an international environment
• Strong knowledge of sourcing from Europe, China and India
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Knowledge of import/export regulations is desirable
• A relevant qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business is an advantage

What to do next: If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’. For more information and a confidential discussion on this role or other opportunities, contact Conor via email conor@tdtalent.ie