What you need to know
Our client, a leading international engineering company, is currently seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to join their team in County Meath. This is a full-time, permanent position offering an excellent salary and benefits package. The role will suit an experienced procurement professional, particularly one with a background in heavy manufacturing, industrial, or construction sectors, looking for the opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving organisation.
Your new role
As a Procurement Specialist, you will be part of the Group Procurement team, with a dotted line to the Finance Manager. This role offers flexibility and presents an excellent opportunity to progress your career in an international company. You will manage the procurement process end-to-end, ensuring all materials and services meet operational requirements, cost, quality, and delivery standards. The role also involves significant supplier interaction and strategic partnership with internal teams.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with operational stakeholders to assess and meet procurement needs.
* Evaluate, negotiate, and select suppliers, ensuring the best value for materials and services.
* Lead competitive tendering processes and negotiate contracts, ensuring compliance with corporate processes and ethics.
* Analyse spending and identify cost-saving opportunities while improving supplier performance.
* Oversee the approved supplier list and contracts register, ensuring efficient contract execution.
* Contribute to forecasting and budgeting for materials and services, with a focus on cost efficiency.
* Participate in Group Procurement meetings, with occasional travel to Sweden.
* Report procurement activities, focusing on sustainability and supplier performance. Ensure all activities align with company policies.
* Manage purchase requisitions/orders, ensuring adherence to company guidelines and timelines.
What are we looking for?
* A third-level qualification (degree or equivalent) in a relevant field.
* A minimum of 5 years in a similar procurement role, with experience in strategic sourcing and large service agreements.
* Strong negotiation skills, strategic sourcing, and experience in procurement tools (Maximo, E-sourcing).
* Experience in procurement within heavy manufacturing, industrial, or construction sectors is preferred.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and procurement-related software.
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