Buyer/Planner (Hybrid)

U.P.PRO is a global supply chain and inventory management company, supporting leading customers through hands-on, data-driven operations.

We are currently looking for a Buyer / Planner to join our Ireland team and play a key role in ensuring inventory availability, operational continuity, and strong supplier performance.

This role reports directly to the Site Lead and works closely with a collaborative team of 7–8 professionals in a dynamic, customer-facing environment.

What you’ll be responsible for:

Inventory Management

• Align with the customer on required inventory levels and maintain accurate catalog data
• Monitor daily inventory status, identify risks of shortages, and provide recovery plans
• Optimize inventory levels by collaborating with U.P.PRO’s internal network of buyers and planners
• Resolve issues related to warehoused materials and excess inventory
• Manage disposition and removal of low-consumption inventory, in line with customer requirements

Purchasing & Supply Chain Execution

• Make purchasing decisions and place purchase orders in line with KPIs
• Ensure supplier acknowledgment of PO terms and conditions
• Manage on-time delivery and resolve issues from PO placement through receipt
• Support account reconciliation and follow-up on discrepancies

Experience & Education

• Business degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles within a manufacturing or similar environment
• Proven experience working in KPI-driven environments

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail
• Advanced Excel and solid data analysis skills
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal teams, customers, and suppliers
• Project management capabilities and experience leading initiatives through to closure

Additional requirements

• Candidates must be based in Ireland
• Full work authorization in Ireland is required for this role

If you enjoy working in a structured yet dynamic supply chain environment, value collaboration, and like seeing the direct impact of your work on customer success – we’d love to hear from you.