Job Description

Role:

Due to continued growth Potter Cowan one of Ireland's leading independent distributors of kitchen products and components is seeking an Senior Procurement Buyer.

As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement of kitchen components, appliances, and fittings. You'll work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality-focused supply of goods. Your goal is to improve supplier performance, and support large-scale kitchen contracts and trade distribution.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Operations

Place and manage purchase orders with suppliers. Evaluate quotes, negotiate terms, and track deliveries to ensure supply continuity. Monitor lead times, stock levels, and forecasts to prevent delays and overstocking

Supplier Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers. Monitor supplier performance against delivery, quality, and pricing KPIs. Conduct regular reviews and escalate issues as needed.

Cost Control

Identify opportunities for cost savings through strategic sourcing or bulk ordering. Support budgeting by tracking material costs and supplier price changes.

Internal Collaboration

Work closely with sales, contracts, trade counter and warehouse teams to align procurement with project timelines. Provide procurement support for bespoke or contract-based kitchen solutions.

Compliance & Documentation

Maintain accurate procurement records in line with company policies. Ensure adherence to company terms, supplier agreements, and import/export rules.

Eligibility Criteria

Proven experience in procurement or supply chain, ideally in Procurement Kitchens, joinery, construction materials, or appliances. Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. Experience with purchase order systems and basic inventory planning. Solid Excel skills for tracking orders and analysing spend. Good understanding of logistics (lead times, deliveries, back-orders). Excellent communication and coordination abilities. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Criteria

CIPS procurement qualification or working towards.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person