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Company Overview
ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy. Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.
With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.
Position Description
Group Sourcing (GS) is operating in an exciting and dynamic environment which provides an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to gain knowledge and expand their career in Procurement. The role of the Buyer is to assist clients across the ESB Group in procuring goods and services between €5k-€300k, achieving best value for money, while ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, internal procedures and the code of ethics for the governance of state bodies.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage tenders and quick quote processes including the tender evaluation process in conjunction with the business and in line with ESB Procedures.
* Manage commercial negotiations and debriefings of unsuccessful tenderers.
* Develop close working relationships with internal customers.
* Administer a shared mailbox.
* Evaluate spend outside of Framework Agreements for inclusion in existing or for the creation of new Framework Agreements.
* SAP contract management and administration.
* Supplier identification & sourcing.
* Identifying areas for process improvement.
Experience and Qualifications
* High levels of commitment, judgement and interpersonal skills are required for the role.
* Work experience in a business environment.
* An excellent working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
* Experience and knowledge of Procurement.
* A professional qualification in finance, business or procurement is desirable but not essential. If required, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a qualification in Procurement.
* Knowledge of ESB’s organisation structure and Group Procurement procedures.
* A willingness to commit to internal and external training as required.
Location
This role is based in ESB's Head Office, F27.
ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.
Reporting to
The role will report to one of the Group Sourcing Managers in ES Procurement.
Why Work with Us?
* Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future.
* Progressive, hybrid working model.
* Career development through mentoring and training.
* Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.
* Sports and Social Clubs.
* Networking opportunities.
* Credit Union.
* Access to staff well-being programmes.
* Generous parental leave entitlements.
* Strong values-based and inclusive culture.
* Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
* Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted.
Closing Date
3rd March 2025.
Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.
If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie.
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
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