Who we are?
At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, BMW, Xerox and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future.
We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day.
Role Overview:
The Procurement & Inventory Coordinator will manage procurement activities, logistics, and inventory management, ensuring efficient operations and accurate record-keeping. This role includes negotiating with suppliers, processing orders promptly, maintaining organized inventory, and coordinating logistics. The Coordinator will also provide hands-on support to ensure materials are ready for engineering projects and assist with logistics preparations.
Key Responsibilities:
· Raise and manage purchase orders accurately and promptly.
· Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
· Source electrical and mechanical components based on Bills of Materials (BOMs)
· Follow up with suppliers on order statuses, refunds, returns, and exchanges.
Inventory and Stores Management:
· Maintain a well-organized stores area, clearly marking inventory status (Goods .
· Ensure inventory is allocated and organized by project.
· Regularly review stock levels, reorder consumables, and update inventory records.
· Keep procurement areas clean and systematically organized.
· Prepare shipping documentation and coordinate packaging and crates.
· Arrange transportation and maintain clear logistics records.
· Assist in maintaining clear documentation for shipments and projects.
· Support the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manuals.
Support and Continuous Improvement:
· Prepare materials for engineers based on BOMs.
· Support engineering teams during machine testing when required.
· Support the team through a proactive, hands-on approach to shared responsibilities.
Qualifications & Experience:
· Experience in procurement, logistics, or inventory management preferred.
· Effective negotiation and communication skills.
· Ability to learn about automation components (electrical/mechanical).
· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Capable of executing hands-on work while adapting to team and project needs
Key Competencies:
· Accountability and responsibility
· Detail-oriented
· Strong negotiation skills
· Problem-solving
· Adaptability and teamwork
Benefits:
· Competitive Salary
· 26 days holidays
· Health Insurance for you and your family
· Career Growth and Development Opportunities
· Company Gym
· Wellness Programme
· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Mergon is an Equal Opportunity Employer that offers flexible working arrangements and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Mergon is an International Manufacturing company with operations in Ireland, Czech Republic, U.K., Mexico and USA.
Established in 1981 Mergon works with leaders in the Automotive, Industrial and Healthcare sectors.
It's Irish operations are based in Castlepollard in the heart of the Irish Midlands close to Mullingar. Mergon are an excellent employer in the midlands and have been very supportive of the local community over the years. Mergon have been involved in excellent health and education initiatives such as International Men’s Day, LEGO DAY , Science Week and Mergon's School Engineering Experience.
Mergon works with its customers to design, manufacture and assemble components that make their products succeed in their chosen markets.
In recent years the company has increased its capabilities in additive manufacturing and systems manufacturing; supplying complex moulded and electronics based assemblies to major clients like Abbott and Xerox.
As a result of working across many different sectors, Mergon has access to and experience in best practice from leaders in the Automotive, Industrial and Healthcare sectors. We believe this wealth of cross industrial experience makes us a valuable partner and gives our customers insights to ideas that typical suppliers may not have.
As a responsible plastic products manufacturer, Mergon constantly works to ensure that its impact on the environment meets or exceeds the expectations of both customers and the community.
Through the effective implementation of reduction, re-use and re-cycling policies and to underline our pro-active approach, Mergon was the first Technical Blow Molding company in the world to receive accreditation to the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, which provides a framework for cost-effective and environmentally sensitive manufacturing.
Mergon International
Water Street, Castlepollard,
Westmeath, N91 EP90, Ireland
Tel: +353 44 966 2000
Email: mergoninternational@mergon.com