Buyer – Westland Horticulture
Westland Horticulture is a market-leading gardening manufacturing company known for innovation, quality, and excellence. We are currently looking for a dynamic Buyer/Procurement Executive to join our Head Office team in Dungannon. This is an outstanding opportunity for growth and development within a company dedicated to sustainable innovation and environmental responsibility.
Buyer – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Procurement of direct and indirect materials to support business needs.
- Analyse and obtain quotes to ensure the best value and quality for the company.
- Recommend global sourcing solutions based on comprehensive data and market trends.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance across quality, delivery, service, and cost metrics.
- Ensure compliance with contractual supplier obligations.
- Collaborate closely with suppliers and internal department managers to drive efficiencies.
- Track market conditions and price trends, ensuring we remain competitive.
- Promote supplier innovation and support the implementation of group procurement policies and procedures.
- Undertake project-based work as required.
The Person:
We’re looking for driven, hardworking and ambitious individuals with the ability to establish good working relationships with people at all levels of the business. Applicants should also possess:
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- At least 2 years of experience in a similar role
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A-C, including Maths and English.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with an aptitude for decision-making.
- Basic understanding of financial principles and how they influence cost.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude.
- Willingness to travel domestically and overseas.
If you are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, we would love to hear from you. Please forward your updated CV to [email protected], outlining how you meet the above criteria. Join us in shaping the future of the gardening and horticulture industry!
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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