Purchasing Administrator

Canore Ltd. – The Experts in Hygiene Services & Pest Control Solutions

As a leading provider of washroom hygiene, floor mat rental and pest control solutions to business and homes throughout Ireland we deliver professional tailor-made services and solutions to clean, safe-guard and protect our customers’ businesses and homes.

We were founded in 1987 and are a locally owned and managed business. We are members of JANGRO – the biggest independent hygiene supplies buying group in UK & Ireland. Canore is a stable, independent company with its own offices and warehousing operating its own fleet of delivery and service vehicles. We have grown consistently to the point where we are now recognised as a major player in the Irish hygiene market. The company’s philosophy of concentrating on the highest standards of customer service has enabled it to grow and thrive. We have achieved ISO 9001 2015 standards.

This is a critical role where you will be responsible for managing the overall aspects of purchasing, pricing of customer quotations, developing and supporting the company business strategy, and driving the purchasing function to deliver cost effective savings.

The successful candidate will also be trained in this and other aspects of running the business. This is an ideal role for people who want to develop their professional profile.

About the Role.

Key Responsibilities: 

⮚        Develop and maintain ongoing supplier relations with new and existing suppliers

⮚        Contribute to the sourcing of new products and onboarding of these product ranges

⮚        Review and implement inventory management and sourcing strategies to maximise cash flow and working capital

⮚        Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information, and invoices

⮚        Strategic management of various product ranges in close collaboration with the sales team

⮚        Implement pricing, quality, and performance level contracts with key suppliers

⮚        Develop key relationships with external stakeholders such as freight forwarding contacts and suppliers

⮚        Maintain records of goods ordered and received and invoicing for the business

⮚        Manage and maintain the supplier database, ensuring integrity of the purchasing records and related documentation

⮚        Keep up with trends and be proactive in informing the business of any potential issues as they arise

⮚        Liaise with sales team to provide input and direction on product pricing strategies.

⮚        Analyse spending practices, find and act on opportunities for profit improvement

About the Candidate:  

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following knowledge, experience and competencies:  

Knowledge Education /Experience

⮚        3+ years’ experience working in a similar /Supply Chain /procurement role.  

⮚        Knowledge of the supplier base in the Hygiene / H&S sector would be an advantage.

⮚        Working knowledge of / proficient in Sage 50 Professional desirable.

Skills and Key Competences:

⮚         Microsoft Office Skills – Word, Excel.

⮚         Strong interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience in customer / supplier interaction, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

⮚         Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.

⮚         Results driven - proven record of effectively meeting deadlines and commitments and manage priorities.

To apply please forward you CV to oliver@canore.com