Job Title: Strategic Procurement Buyer
Location: Grannagh, Co. Waterford
Reporting to: Group Strategic Procurement Manager
Contract type: 6 month Fixed term Contract
Role Summary
We wish to recruit a Strategic Procurement Buyer to join our Group Strategic Procurement team based at our head office in Waterford. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to the team through best‑in‑class sourcing practices and by adhering to best practice procedures, delivering a quality service, and maximising value for money and cost efficiencies on behalf of the Group.
This is a fixed term contract for a period of 6 months. The Categories of focus are primarily ingredients & other production critical consumables. The candidate will be a resource also across the Services, Packaging and sustainability buying teams.
Responsibilities
Supporting the Group Strategic Procurement Manager and Senior Buyers on behalf of the sites in both Ireland and the UK
Supporting Cross‑functional teams with their project objectives
Promoting best procurement practices across the Group
Development of sourcing strategies
Development of risk mitigation strategies
Researching and Prequalifying for new suppliers
Researching & Analysing new potential suppliers and projects
Following market trends to identify products which are fit for the purpose
Reacting to supply chain pressures and ensuring contingencies are implemented in a timely manner
Preparing tender documentation & analysing responses
Negotiating prices with suppliers
Involved in writing up contracts & terms of sale
Managing supplier relationships
Problem Solving disputes and claims with suppliers
Keep approved supplier product programs up to date
Preparing reports & reporting to Senior Managers & Executives
Project Deployment & Managing Change
Project Managing Categories
Crisis Management Unexpected Events
Qualifications
The ability to build and maintain a good team and cross‑functional relationships
The ability both written and verbal to clearly communicate to the relevant stakeholders
The ability to lead by example and develop other team members
The ability to focus on continuous improvement and implementation of problem‑solving techniques
The ability to implement good follow‑up and control in all aspects of the role
The ability to plan, schedule and organise priority tasks as necessary
Some Supply Chain knowledge
Some Project Management knowledge
Experience
IT proficient to an advanced standard in Microsoft Office and in particular Microsoft Excel
Relevant 3rd level qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain or Business is desirable
This role offers an excellent development opportunity for a Junior Buyer looking to broaden their experience and progress into a Group procurement environment.
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