Buyer/Planner

Can you bring your buying skills to our team? Join our team in Dublin, Ireland and enjoy a collaborative culture that empowers you to build a career you can be proud of.  

HKC Security, a part of ASSA ABLOY, is a leading designer and manufacturer of intruder alarm solutions for the UK and Irish markets, committed to delivering innovative and reliable security systems.

What you would do as our Buyer/Planner
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer/Planner to join our team. This role is crucial in ensuring that our supply chain operates smoothly and efficiently, while also driving sustainability and compliance initiatives.

You would also:

• Source and purchase electronic components and other materials required for manufacturing intruder alarm systems.
• Collaborate with production, product management, and R&D teams to accurately forecast the materials needed based on production schedules, market demand, and new product launch plans.
• Evaluate and onboard new suppliers that align with category management strategy and our company’s quality, pricing, and sustainability standards.
• Align procurement strategies with the company’s sustainability goals, such as reducing waste, sourcing eco-friendly materials, and improving energy efficiency.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts with suppliers to secure the best value for the company and to achieve group KPI’s.

The skills and experience you need

We are looking for someone who:

• Has proven extensive experience (min. 7 years) in the procurement of electronic components within a multinational manufacturing or electronics environment and experience managing vendor relationships in other jurisdictions.
• Is familiar with WEEE regulations and experience in reporting for WEEE compliance and has experience of INCO Terms, export processes, customs regulations, and international shipping logistics.
• Has experience in material forecasting and inventory management and has excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Has knowledge of ERP systems and material procurement software as Pegasus or MS AX and knowledge of OTIF and MTPT and related business KPIs.

What we offer:

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us – here’s what we have to offer:

• A competitive salary
• Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills
• A dynamic working environment with a good team spirit where personal development and growth are highly encouraged

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who  can see themselves working with us. Make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post. If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Monika Fikrová, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, at monika.fikrova@assaabloy.com.

Let’s create a safer and more open world - together!

To find out more about us, visit www.assaabloy.com

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
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