Procurement Manager - Cork - Permanent If you would like to discuss this vacancy further or to discuss your career options in confidence, please call Eric Yeung at 0868766396 or send your profile to
Job Responsibilities: Evaluate current suppliers to ensure Inform receives the best value and remains competitive in the market.
Source and purchase raw materials.
Identify and select suppliers that align with the purchasing strategy and meet contract and service requirements.
Support the creation of accurate forecasts and budgets, taking lead times into account to inform planning and order quantities.
Collaborate with the Quality team to ensure specifications are clear and to anticipate regulatory changes affecting supply.
Build strong, strategic relationships with key suppliers and monitor their performance to drive continuous improvement.
Establish and maintain key supplier partnerships across designated areas.
Foster effective communication and collaboration across the supply chain.
Negotiate and manage supplier credit terms.
Propose both short-term and long-term stock management strategies.
Have you: Bachelors Degree in relevant field.
Strong market research, strategic thinking, and negotiation abilities.
Confident in building and maintaining relationships with senior-level suppliers.
Clear and effective communicator who keeps stakeholders informed of any supply market developments that may affect raw material costs or availability.
Highly proficient in IT, especially Excel, with the ability to analyze data and support decision-making.
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