**Job Opportunity:**
Procurement Strategist
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Strategist to lead the development of a group-wide procurement function, centralising and optimising our procurement strategy across the business.
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**Role Overview:
Key Responsibilities:
* Procurement Leadership
o Establish a central procurement framework and implement effective requisition approval systems
o Promote planned purchasing practices to reduce unnecessary urgent buying and encourage long-term forecasting
* Category & Supplier Management
o Manage procurement across core spend categories: fuel, fleet, workwear, tools, inventory, office supplies, IT, utilities, hotels, fit out, and more
o Apply the 80/20 rule—focus on building strategic relationships with key suppliers, driving 80% of spend through 20% of partners
o Negotiate and implement supplier deals, group-wide contracts, and rebate agreements
* Cost Control & Process Improvement
o Deliver measurable cost savings through smarter procurement and supplier consolidation
o Introduce streamlined, compliant procurement processes with clear visibility and control
**What We're Looking For:
Requirements:
* 5–10 years' experience in a central procurement or purchasing leadership role, ideally in industrial, construction, or engineering sectors
* Proven ability to implement procurement systems, negotiate contracts, and lead supplier consolidation initiatives
* Strong commercial and analytical mindset with a practical, hands-on approach
* Excellent communication and influencing skills across operational and senior leadership levels
**Location:
We are based in Dublin or London, with flexibility to travel as needed. Based in or willing to relocate to either location is desirable.