Indirect Procurement Specialist North Dublin We are seeking a skilled Indirect Procurement Specialist to manage procurement activities, optimize costs, and oversee vendor negotiations for non-material purchases.
This role plays a key part in ensuring value for money while maintaining efficient contract management and compliance.
Role Overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for handling procurement processes, managing supplier contracts, and implementing cost-saving initiatives across various indirect procurement areas, including facilities, services, freight, and capital expenditure projects.
Key Responsibilities: Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes and tenders for CAPEX projects, contract renewals, and general non-material expenditures.
Develop and maintain an Approved Vendor List (AVL) for non-material purchases.
Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve OPEX efficiency.
Utilize e-tendering and digital procurement tools for contract management and vendor selection.
Provide commercial support to procurement teams and assist in high-value vendor negotiations.
Lead cross-functional procurement projects and drive process improvements.
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and manage vendor performance across the site.
Qualifications & Experience: Level 8 qualification in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Strong understanding of contract law and its application in procurement.
Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, vendor negotiations, and indirect procurement.
Proven experience in managing tenders and commercial contracts, including CAPEX and OPEX.
Skills & Attributes: Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
Strong knowledge of procurement tools, KPIs, and digital procurement platforms.
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to analyze data and drive informed decisions.
Financially astute, with a clear understanding of cost implications in procurement decisions.
Skilled negotiator with expertise in securing favorable contract terms beyond cost alone.
Strong communication, presentation, and business writing skills.
Ability to manage supplier escalations and influence vendor performance effectively.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic procurement initiatives, improve operational efficiencies, and drive cost savings in a dynamic and evolving environment.
Skills: procurement buyer SCM