Our client, a leading timber processor in Ireland and the UK, is looking to add a Maintenance & Purchasing Coordinator to their team. This is a full-time, permanent position and will be based fully onsite in Fermoy, Cork. The Maintenance Stores & Purchasing Coordinator will report to the Maintenance Manager and will support the team of fitters and the wider company with purchasing.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent communicator with the ability to communicate effectively with all plant staff, senior management and suppliers.
• Previous experience in a purchasing/procurement role.
• Background in maintenance or production is desirable.
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel.
• High level of problem-solving skills and technical awareness.
• Self-motivated and excellent organizational skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Procure mechanical, electrical, and consumable goods.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate on prices and manage ordering and timely delivery of stock.
• Create and process purchase orders on the PEMAC system.
• Liaise with maintenance and production teams in ordering of goods.
• Monitor delivery of goods, ensuring documentation is checked against original order placed and any discrepancies are actioned.
• Maintain effective administration of the system for storing and accessing information of inventory.
• Carry out general stores upkeep and perform stock checks via the PEMAC system.
• Comply with Health & Safety regulations.