We are actively seeking applications from individuals keen to take up a career within one of Europe’s leading food processing companies. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established team, who have a desire to produce better food naturally.
Responsibilities- Act as the main purchasing contact for engineering team.
- Manage purchase requisitions and ensure timely, accurate ordering.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, monitoring quality, cost, and delivery performance.
- Drive cost‑reduction initiatives and identify opportunities for improved sourcing and standardisation.
- Evaluate costs, quality, and suitability of suppliers, materials, and equipment; select and support the development of suitable vendors.
- Maintain compliance with procurement policies and promote safe working practices.
- Procurement experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier‑management skills.
- Previous manufacturing environment is desirable.
- High level of numerical accuracy and analytical ability.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Professional and confident communicator.
- Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Positive attitude and commitment to our company culture and safety standards.
No company sponsorship is available to overseas applicants for this position.
Skills Required
- Procurement experience
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier-management skills
- High numerical accuracy and analytical ability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Professional and confident communication
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
- Positive attitude and commitment to company culture and safety standards
What We Do
Dunbia is a Northern Ireland–headquartered food company and division of Dawn Meats. Founded as a family business, it processes cattle and sheep into beef and lamb products for national and international markets. Operating 13 UK sites, Dunbia supplies supermarkets, foodservice and restaurant businesses, exports to more than 50 countries, and emphasizes sustainable sourcing, consistent quality and new product development across its operations.
