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With over 50 years in business, Barry Group is one of the leading national wholesale/distribution companies in Ireland. Operating under the Costcutter and Quick Pick symbols groups, as well as supplying to the independent retailers and the food service sectors; Barry Group distributes grocery and other product to over 800 stores in Ireland. Barry Group currently employs over 225 people and has a turnover in excess of €200 million. Based in Mallow, Co. Cork, Barry Group operate from a state of the art 125,000sq.ft distribution facility. As part of the Aontas and Stonehouse Buying Groups, with a combined buying power of €2 Billion, Barry Group is positioned to enable its franchisee retailers to compete and grow in the competitive FMCG landscape that exists in Ireland today.
A position has become available in the company for a permanent
Buying Manager In our Buying Department
Reporting to: The Head Of Buying.
Your Role
As the number two within the department, you will manage the day to day activities of a busy buying department in line with our core competencies. While supporting the buying team in achieving their targets through industry best practice, the successful candidate will liaise with both our external and internal customers. Crucially you must possess the confidence to make commercial decisions and set clear objectives in line with the business plan and company strategy. Your Profile • Possess a Third level Qualification. • Proven track record in a senior buying role within the FMCG sector. • Excellent attention to detail together with strong numerical skills. • Be commercially minded. • Good communicator and people manager. • Ability to work to strict deadlines. • Strong management skills. Barry Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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