Buyer – Electrical Lighting Supplier Portfolio

About the role

This position manages an electrical lighting supplier portfolio, ensuring accurate forecasting, stock availability, and effective inventory control. You will work within a close‑knit purchasing team to optimise stock levels, maintain high service standards and protect working capital.

Key responsibilities

• Forecast demand and place purchase orders to meet agreed service levels while controlling stock investment.
• Manage open purchase orders and supplier schedules to guarantee timely delivery.
• Monitor and reduce excess, slow‑moving, and obsolete inventory.
• Track supplier performance (lead times, delivery reliability, responsiveness) and take corrective action.
• Oversee inventory levels across Dublin and UK hub warehouses to optimise coverage and allocation.
• Collaborate with sales teams on large project orders, providing accurate availability dates.
• Coordinate daily with the China purchasing office to align ordering plans and resolve supply issues.
• Implement daily stock control measures to avoid out‑of‑stock situations.
• Prepare reports and analysis to support the Purchasing Manager’s decision‑making.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years of experience in buying, stockholding or inventory management.
• Strong analytical and numeracy abilities with commercial awareness.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency and work independently.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP Business One.