Purchasing Executive – Heating & Plumbing

Location: County Kildare

Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits including pension and annual bonus

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Tactical Talent Recruitment is partnering with a well-established business to recruit a Purchasing Executive – Heating & Plumbing for a newly created, office-based role. Reporting to the Head of Heating & Plumbing, this position is ideally suited to someone from a commercial or office background who has a strong working knowledge of heating and plumbing products, suppliers, and pricing.

This role would particularly suit candidates currently working in purchasing, procurement, sales support, commercial administration, or category support within the heating and plumbing sector, who want to progress into a more commercially focused buying role.

This is a Monday to Friday, office-based position, with minimal national travel.

The Role

As Purchasing Executive – Heating & Plumbing, you will support the buying and commercial management of a broad range of heating and plumbing products. Working closely with the Head of Heating & Plumbing, you will be involved in product selection, supplier liaison, pricing support, and category analysis, contributing directly to the growth and performance of the category.

While this is not a senior leadership role, your contribution will be commercially important, and there is clear scope for development over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Product & Range Support: Assist with the sourcing, selection, and ongoing management of heating and plumbing products in line with market demand and commercial strategy.
• Supplier Liaison: Support supplier relationships, pricing discussions, and commercial terms in conjunction with the Head of Heating & Plumbing.
• Pricing & Data Management: Maintain accurate pricing, product data, and supplier information across internal systems.
• Stock & Availability Support: Work closely with internal teams to support stock availability, continuity of supply, and product performance.
• Market & Competitor Awareness: Monitor competitor activity, supplier developments, and product trends within the Irish heating and plumbing market.
• Category Administration & Analysis: Assist with reporting, sales analysis, supplier performance reviews, and category insights.
• Promotions & Product Launches: Support promotional activity, product introductions, and supplier initiatives in collaboration with marketing and sales teams.

Skills & Experience

• Office-Based Commercial Experience: Experience in a purchasing, procurement, sales support, category support, or commercial office role.
• Heating & Plumbing Product Knowledge: A solid working knowledge of heating and plumbing products, suppliers, and terminology is essential.
• Commercial Awareness: Strong understanding of pricing, margins, and supplier dynamics.
• Strong Organisational Skills: Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Analytical Capability: Confident working with data, reports, and spreadsheets to support commercial decisions.
• Communication Skills: Clear, professional communicator who can engage effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Proactive & Reliable: A practical, dependable individual who enjoys supporting commercial teams and contributing to business growth.

What’s on Offer?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected business in a stable, office-based commercial role with clear long-term potential. The successful candidate will receive:

• Competitive salary of up to €50k (potentially more for experienced buyers with relevant industry experience)
• Pension scheme
• Annual bonus
• Other discretionary benefits including Christmas bonus & voucher and gym membership (after yr 1)
• Strong internal support and development opportunities

If you come from an office or commercial background within heating and plumbing and are looking to step into a structured purchasing role, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Tactical Talent Recruitment.

Category Buyer –Heating & Plumbing (New Role)

Location: County Kildare

Salary: Competitive with excellent benefits including pension, and annual bonus

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Tactical Talent Recruitment is seeking a Category Buyer – Heating & Plumbing to join a well-established company in a newly created role. Reporting to the Head of Heating & Plumbing, this position is perfect for an experienced buyer in the heating and plumbing sector who is eager to make an impact on product selection, supplier relationships, and category growth.

The Role

As Category Buyer – Heating & Plumbing, you will oversee a comprehensive range of heating and plumbing products, ensuring their alignment with market demand and business strategy. Working closely with the Head of Heating & Plumbing, you will drive buying strategies, maintain product availability, and secure favourable commercial terms with suppliers. While you won’t lead the category, your expertise will be key to its growth and success.

This is primarily an office-based role (Monday to Friday) with minimal national travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Sourcing & Selection: Identify and source a wide range of heating and plumbing products that meet market demands and align with business strategy.
• Supplier Management & Negotiation: Together with the Head of Heating & Plumbing, build strong supplier relationships and negotiate competitive pricing and terms.
• Stock & Pricing Management: Collaborate with internal teams to maintain optimal stock levels, competitive pricing structures, and product availability.
• Market & Competitor Analysis: Identify and leverage emerging trends, competitor pricing, and product innovations to drive category growth.
• Category Support & Development: Support the Head of Heating & Plumbing in the development and growth of the heating & plumbing category.
• Promotional Planning: Collaborate on promotional campaigns and product launches to support marketing initiatives.
• Supplier Performance Management: Review supplier performance regularly and explore opportunities for new suppliers and product lines.

Skills & Experience

• Buying Experience: Proven experience in a buying role within the heating & plumbing sector.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong commercial acumen with a track record of securing competitive supplier agreements.
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the heating & plumbing market in Ireland, including key suppliers, customer trends, and product innovations.
• Analytical Ability: Competence in analysing sales data, market trends, and supplier performance to support informed decision-making.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills to engage effectively with suppliers, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
• Proactive Mindset: A motivated, results-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Multitasking: Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain strong attention to detail.

What’s on Offer?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market leader in a role that offers significant scope for career development. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package, including:

• Pension scheme
• Annual bonus

If you are an experienced Category Buyer with a background in heating and plumbing, we want to hear from you! Apply today with Tactical Talent Recruitment to take the next step in your career.