Senior Buyer

The Deluxe Group is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join our growing team at our Head Office in Portadown.

Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement , this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused procurement professional to play a key role in delivering the Company's procurement strategy, developing strategic supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and services across our diverse portfolio of projects.

• Lead day-to-day procurement activities, ensuring the efficient sourcing and purchasing of materials, equipment and services to meet project and operational requirements.
• Support the delivery and continuous improvement of the Company's procurement strategy, policies and procedures.
• Develop, negotiate and manage supplier relationships to achieve best value in quality, cost, delivery and service.
• Identify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers while maintaining and developing the Company's Preferred Supplier List.
• Raise, review and manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times and delivery schedules, proactively resolving supply chain issues to minimise project disruption.
• Work closely with Project Managers and internal departments to forecast procurement requirements and support successful project delivery.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, value engineering and continuous improvement across the supply chain.
• Maintain accurate procurement records using the Company's ERP and document management systems.
• Collaborate with the Finance Team to resolve pricing, invoicing and payment queries.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations and procurement best practice.
• Produce procurement reports and supplier performance information as required by the Head of Procurement.

• A minimum of 5 years' procurement or buying experience , ideally within manufacturing, construction, engineering or a project-based environment.
• A third-level qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience).
• Strong commercial awareness with proven negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Experience managing multiple procurement priorities within fast-paced project environments.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience using ERP or procurement systems.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Northern Ireland's leading creative manufacturing companies, delivering world-class projects for clients across the globe. As a Senior Buyer, you will play a key role in supporting business growth, operational excellence and the successful delivery of high-profile projects.

Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week

Monday Thursday: 8.30am 5.00pm
Friday: 8.30am 2.30pm

An attractive salary and benefits package is available for the successful candidate.

The Deluxe Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Skills:
Procurement Specialist Negotiation Purchasing