Purchasing Manager

Company: O'Kane Resourcing
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Location: County Down
Job Description:

Purchasing Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement, strengthen supplier relationships and deliver commercial value within a growing manufacturing business.

This is an opportunity to shape purchasing strategy, develop people and improve how materials are sourced and managed.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead procurement to ensure materials meet cost, quality and delivery requirements.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts and supply agreements with key suppliers.
  • Manage supplier performance, supply chain risks and inventory levels.
  • Monitor market trends, steel pricing and import requirements to inform purchasing decisions.
  • Develop the purchasing team and support the implementation and optimisation of a new MRP system.

About you

Youll bring proven procurement experience within steel, metals, fabrication, construction, manufacturing or a related industrial environment, alongside strong negotiation and commercial skills.

Experience leading purchasing teams, managing strategic suppliers and using market intelligence is essential, together with a good understanding of steel markets, tariffs and duties.

Whats on offer

A salary reflecting your experience, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development in a growing business.

What next?

Please send comprehensive CV, clearly demonstrating how you meet the above criteria, along with your remuneration expectations via the link provided. Why not contact Conor MacNamara directly on (WhatsApp etc) for a confidential discussion?

Skills:Purchasing Supplier Sourcing Supplier Negotiation Supply Management Supply chain Manufacturing

Benefits:Please contact Conor

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Posted: October 21st, 2026