Due to continued growth, new contracts and an extensive pipeline of work, one of Ireland's top Civil & Marine Engineering Contractors are hiring a Senior Buyer/Procurement Manager.
This is a full-time position based in Cork.
Duties:
* Driving lowest costs and greatest value for the organisation including negotiation of supplier agreements,
* sourcing innovation and supplier relationship management.
* Point of contact and resolution for all issues relating to preferred suppliers.
* Anticipating, analysing and monitoring market and business needs.
* Design and deliver buying strategy reports, including recommendations based on commercial and technical factors.
* Respond to queries from site, estimating, finance and commercial departments.
* Ensure all data is accurately maintained to enable the business to rely on the information for decision making.
Requirements:
* Experience in a similar role within the construction industry is required, preferably in the Civils sector.
* Possess strong business/commercial acumen allied with the ability to see bigger picture.
* Strong analytical and reporting skills, with a keen eye for detail.
* Proven experience at delivering strong business results including through negotiated agreements.
* Ability to assess tenders and quotations from potential suppliers, identifying opportunities.
* Ability to meet deadlines, multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Skillset needed includes
Procurement Manager