Responsible Sourcing Vendor Engineer required for manufacturing client based in Shannon, Co. Clare. An exciting opportunity for an ambitious supply chain professional with a keen interest in Sustainability and Supplier responsibility management. The role will report directly to our Head of Supply Chain and will have dotted line reporting to the Quality Manager. Responsibilities: Drive the supplier onsite audit programme, in collaboration with our Quality Department. Evaluate new suppliers as a member of our supplier evaluation team. Formulate a supplier rating system based on department KPIs. Lead our responsible sourcing programme and manager our annual Ecovadis submission. Ensure our Supply Chain policies and procedures are up to date. Represent the Supply Chain team for Customer and Standards Certification standards. Contribute to our established CSR and Sustainability Strategy including re-shoring initiatives. Participate in our value analysis programmes. Work as part of a team in achieving our supply chain KPIs that include dual sourcing, cost reduction and supplier management. Train our suppliers in Policies and Procedures and ensure that they are compliant with our standards including sustainability. Sourcing capabilities and act as a back-up to the Buying Team. Requirements: A third level degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or Quality. Auditing experience would be an advantage (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 450001). 5 years experience in a supply chain or technical role. Time management and task prioritisation skills. Good Project Management and Leadership skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. A keen eye for detail with a strong ability to multi-task. Please contact James Farrar today for further information email: CareerWise Recruitment (In Search of Excellence) Established in 1999, CareerWise Recruitment specialises in recruitment of management and technical professionals for the life sciences, ICT, engineering, food and agri sectors. We operate out of multiple locations in Ireland and have offices in Cork, Shannon, Galway, Mayo and Dublin. By applying for this position, you are consenting to allow CareerWise Recruitment to process and retain your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, contained on our website for the purposes of providing career opportunities. CareerWise Recruitment accepts that you do not wish your personal data, including your CV, to be forwarded to any client company without your prior consent and gives an absolute assurance that this wish will always be respected. Please feel free to contact us if you have any queries or wish to withdraw or amend your consent. Skills: Responsible Sourcing Vendor