Buyer / Material Planner (Omagh / Hybrid)

Posted 16 October 2025
Salary £32000 - £38000 per annum + Fantastic Benefits Package
LocationOmagh
Job type Permanent
Discipline Business Support , Supply Chain & Logistics
Referencej25454534_1760612307

Job description

VANRATH are assisting with the recruitment of a Buyer for a leading Global Manufacturing organisation.

This proves to be a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to progress their career and widen their knowledge in a Global organisation that places immense value on their staff.

This role will be Hybrid working - Office is based in Omagh (Initial settling period in office) - after settled - 2 days at home and 3 in office

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Salary:

Negotiable Base Salary + Fantastic Benefits Package - Yearly Salary Reviews - Discretionary Bonuses & Progression Opportunities

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Responsibilities:

  • Schedule production parts to meet daily demand.

  • Execute Sales & Operations Plans (S&OP).

  • Manage and develop supplier relationships.

  • Release orders based on current demand.

  • Lead tenders, sourcing, and cost-saving initiatives.

  • Implement cost reduction projects.

  • Provide monthly supplier forecasts from S&OP data.

  • Improve forecasting for long lead, optional, and Kanban items.

  • Deliver timely reports highlighting risks and opportunities.

  • Drive supplier performance and challenge lead times.

  • Analyze stock vs. E&O reports and recommend actions.

  • Support supplier alignment with production, quality, and cost goals.

  • Manage supplier pricing, scheduling, and implementation of engineering changes.

  • Ensure accurate supplier pricing records.

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The Ideal Person:

  • Experience of a Purchasing/Buyer role or Material Planning role

  • Demonstrate experience of SAP, Oracle or other MRP systems

  • Good mathematical & analytical skills

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For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Grovesin the strictest confidence.

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I have had such a positive experience with Suzanne Lowry, the recruitment specialist, and cannot thank her enough for her dedicated help, speed of responses, and kindness. A credit to the company, whose people skills are remarkable. Thank you so much!

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I couldn't recommend Ciaran Gallagher from VANRATH highly enough. He was fantastic from start to finish. Ciaran went above and beyond to support me throughout my whole process.

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I applied for my job through Vanrath. I dealt with Leanne who was so helpful from start to finish. Anytime I rang she talked me through what I needed to do and is still available for support if I need her. Excellent service and excellent customer support. I would highly recommend

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I had a great experience with VANRATH. Jack was excellent throughout, always keeping my best interests and future career in mind. Highly recommend!