Replenishment Buyer Hub Packaging | Rathfriland, County Down. (Site based) Hub Packaging is a well established B2B packaging business supplying customers across the UK and Ireland. The business is entering an ambitious phase of growth, with a strong focus on transformation, continuous improvement and doing things properly as scale increases. With a clear five-year plan to double in size, this is an opportunity to join a company that is investing in its people and strengthening its foundations for the long term. We are now recruiting a Replenishment Buyer to join the Purchasing team at Hub Packaging in Rathfriland. This newly created position sits within the Purchasing function and plays a key role in protecting service levels while supporting controlled, sustainable growth. Working closely with the Purchasing Manager, you will take ownership of day to day replenishment buying activity and become a trusted part of how stock is planned, ordered and managed. This is a hands on role suited to someone who enjoys pace, responsibility and being close to the detail. You will take pride in accurate data management, forecasting and planning, while building effective supplier relationships that help keep product flowing and customers serviced. If you like having a clear remit and seeing the impact of your work, this role will suit you well. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, as Replenishment Buyer, you will be responsible for day-to-day replenishment activity, working closely with suppliers, freight partners and internal teams. The emphasis is on accuracy, follow up and identifying issues early to protect First Time In Full performance. Key responsibilities Forecast demand using historical sales data and translate this into accurate purchase orders Manage the end to end reorder process from PO creation through to delivery Monitor stock levels and identify risks such as out-of-stock events, slow movers or delivery delays Liaise with suppliers on order status, lead times and availability Coordinate freight movements across road and sea where required Expedite orders to prevent service disruption Maintain accurate purchasing, product and pricing data within internal systems Support inventory control and service level targets What were looking for This role suits an energetic individual who is organised, articulate, numerate and comfortable taking responsibility. You will typically have: Strong attention to detail and good numerical ability Confidence communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel The ability to prioritise tasks in a busy office environment Relevant experience in a replenishment, buying, stock or supply focused role is a bonus, but not essential. Minimum education to GCSE standard required. A degree is useful, but not essential where relevant experience exists. Whats on offer Salary up to £31K DOE bonus Pension On site parking 33 days holiday including statutory days On site canteen with subsidised lunch Training and progression opportunities How to apply: Interested candidates who meet the criteria above should upload a copy of their CV to this advert. Alternatively, if you have any queries, please do give me a call on, or you can reach me by clicking any of the buttons below. Please note : all applicants should be able to provide proof of right to work in the UK, as part of this recruitment process. Please note this role does not meet conditions for sponsorship via SWV, and our client does not hold a sponsorship licence. Recruitment agency notice As the exclusive specialist search provider retained to deliver this mandate, Kelly Jennings & Associates is solely managing all applications for this position. As such, any unsolicited introductions to CD Group from candidates, other agencies, or search providers will be redirected to us for screening and assessment. Neither Kelly Jennings & Associates nor CD Group will be liable to pay fees resulting from unsolicited speculative introductions. Skills: First time in full Excel Building Relationships Communication (written and verbal) Problem solving Teamwork Accuracy Benefits: Bonus Subsidised lunch Canteen On site parking